CATASTROPHIC conditions in Sudan, where war has raged for 1000 days, require the British Government to improve its “inconsistent” leadership on the crisis, a coalition of 13 charities has said. In a letter to the Times on Saturday, leaders at aid agencies including World Vision, Christian Aid, and Tearfund wrote: “As the UN security council lead on Sudan, the UK has a rare platform to drive action, but its leadership has been inconsistent. “Sustained, rapid and safe humanitarian access across Sudan must be made a priority by the UK and the international community, alongside funding that reaches frontline responders so that aid reaches every community in need.”The humanitarian crisis in Sudan is the largest in the world. Last month, the UK Government applied sanctions to four senior commanders of the RSF. Last month, the Government announced an additional £21 million funding for the crisis, taking the UK contribution to £146 million in 2025.

Source: The Times January 12, 2026 10:35 UTC