Speaking in the European Parliament’s debate on the escalation of the war and the humanitarian catastrophe in Sudan, ECR Human Rights Subcommittee Coordinator Arkadiusz Mularczyk warned that the country is facing one of the most devastating crises of recent decades — a crisis that endangers civilians, destabilises Africa, and has direct consequences for Europe.

Mularczyk described how civilians are trapped between brutal paramilitary violence, drought and widespread hunger, with entire communities left without protection.

“Sudan is facing one of the most serious humanitarian crises of the last decades. Paramilitary groups are killing thousands of civilians, while drought and hunger intensify the suffering. They desperately need aid”, he said.

He stressed that the collapse of order in Sudan is not only a tragedy for the Sudanese people, but a growing threat to regional and European stability.

“This is not only a disaster for Sudan, but also for Africa and Europe. When extremists attack civilians and destabilise regions, more people will be forced to flee towards Europe”, he continued.

Mularczyk called for a strong and coordinated international response, including sustained EU sanctions, accountability for those responsible for atrocities, and close cooperation with the United Nations and the African Union.

“We must act decisively. Sanctions must be maintained, those responsible held to account, and we must work with the UN and the African Union to stop the illegal flow of arms.”

The ECR Group underscores that Europe’s immediate priorities must be de-escalation, unhindered humanitarian access, and the conditions for a credible political settlement. Stability and peace in Sudan, Mularczyk noted, will shape the future security of the wider region — and of Europe.

A vote on a European Parliament’s resolution on Sudan will take place on Thursday.