Security Council A began their deliberations on the Sudanese crisis last night after setting their working agenda. The delegation from Sierra Leone was a key proponent in shifting the focus away from the conflict in the Gaza Strip, with many agreeing that these conversations often lead to standstills. 

Representative Aryan Arora of Sierra Leone made note that this body passed a resolution regarding the matter last week and that an active genocide was taking place in the Sudan without action of the Security Council. Representative Arora stated that many of the other countries in the room were unaware of the circumstances. Representative Arora said, “I had to tell them, look at Google satellite images. You can literally see blood smears because of how many people have been killed. It is a genocide.”

The current question of the body is whether or not to classify the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) as a terrorist organization. Representative Antonio Rabiela of China told the Security Council that China would veto any resolution classifying the RSF as a terrorist organization. Representative Rabiela of China said “[the] label would not accomplish much other than further enraging the RSF.” This statement caused contention between the Representatives of China and the United States. Representative Rabiela of China said, “The United States said officially labeling and condemning the RSF as a terrorist organization would cause other Member States to shy away from their support.” When asked, the United States declined to comment. Representative Rabiela pointed out the United Nations previously condemned Israel, yet the United States continues supporting them, adding that the United States’ statement is hypocritical. Other Representatives agree that the main focus right now should be sending humanitarian aid and protection to the Sudanese people. One example is Representative Andew Hatch of Panama who said, “pointing fingers can get in the way of that especially when peace talks are not even happening yet.” 

As Security Council A continues its deliberations, Member States remain divided on how to respond to the escalating crisis in Sudan. While some push for a stronger stance against the RSF, others warn that such measures could obstruct diplomatic progress. Despite these disagreements, a shared urgency is emerging around the need for immediate humanitarian assistance and civil protection. The Security Council’s next steps will determine whether it can move past political impasses and take action to address the unfolding atrocities in the region.