In the midst of the ongoing wars in Gaza and Ukraine, the nearly year-old civil war in Sudan has been met with relative silence, raising concerns about the global community's response to the escalating crisis. US Ambassador to the UN Linda Thomas-Greenfield and former US Rep. Steve Israel have highlighted the urgent need for international attention and aid to address the dire situation in Sudan.

According to Thomas-Greenfield, Sudan has become a "living hell" for its population, with approximately 18 million people facing acute hunger. Despite this alarming reality, the response from the international community has been minimal, with only a fraction of the United Nations' humanitarian appeal for Sudan being met. The World Food Program has even warned of the possibility of cutting off food assistance to hundreds of thousands of Sudanese refugees in Chad as early as next month if new funds do not come in.

One of the significant challenges in delivering humanitarian aid to Sudan is the obstruction by both the Sudanese Armed Forces and Rapid Support Forces. These actions not only impede the relief efforts but constitute alleged crimes against humanity. The situation is dire, with the UN report detailing a chilling list of indiscriminate attacks on densely populated areas, missile strikes on public markets, and the use of residential areas for military purposes. Additionally, hospitals and mosques have been targeted, and numerous civilians have been killed or subjected to sexual and gender-based violence.

Former US Rep. Steve Israel points out the striking contrast in the response to Sudan when compared to other conflicts. He questions why there have been no massive protests or widespread public outcry over the plight of Sudan, asking if the lives of innocent Black Sudanese people do not matter as much. The lack of attention towards Sudan's civil war and its devastating consequences for millions of people is a troubling reflection of the global indifference towards this humanitarian crisis.

As Sudan's civil war approaches its one-year mark, it is critical for the international community to rally together and provide the much-needed support to address the worsening situation. Immediate action is required to ensure the delivery of humanitarian aid, end human rights violations, and work towards a sustainable resolution. Sudan's cries for help must not fall on deaf ears any longer.