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UN Official Warns: 33 Million in Sudan Need Urgent Aid

4/15/2026

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Denise Brown, the UN's top official in Sudan, said the lack of urgency in addressing the humanitarian crisis is concerning as the war enters its third year.
Thirty-three million people need aid, including fourteen million who are displaced and tens of thousands missing.
The International Committee of the Red Cross reports over 11,000 missing, up 40% from last year.
Aid agencies hope the upcoming Berlin conference will improve funding and access.

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Denise Brown, the UN's top official in Sudan, said the lack of urgency in addressing the humanitarian crisis is concerning as the war enters its third year.
Thirty-three million people need aid, including fourteen million who are displaced and tens of thousands missing.
The International Committee of the Red Cross reports over 11,000 missing, up 40% from last year.
Aid agencies hope the upcoming Berlin conference will improve funding and access.