Since yesterday, the Dutch embassy has been trying to contact the Dutch who have registered with the information service of the Foreign Ministry. The embassy asks them to draw the attention of other Dutch citizens to the service. The ministry had previously said it had contact with around 50 Dutch people.
Deterioration
Unfortunately, the security situation has deteriorated further. The Dutch government will not let you down. Please know that we are actively preparing for all scenarios. We are working closely with other EU countries on this,” the embassy said in a statement. “We again recommend that you stay indoors, away from windows and balconies, and that you properly seal your home. In the event that uninvited guests enter your home, do not panic and give what they ask.’
When the online meeting will be, it will be announced later. Travel advice for Sudan has been put in red.
Meanwhile, the paramilitary group Rapid Support Forces (RSF) claims to have captured the international airport of the capital Khartoum. Remarkable: the airport is located almost in the center of Khartoum, a stone’s throw from many ministries and the presidential palace. According to observers, this would mean that the militias are winning.
Target foreigners
In recent days, diplomats and employees of international organizations have also become targets of the warring parties. There is looting and women are victims of sexual violence. According to the United Nations, the fighters entered the homes of employees of the United Nations and other humanitarian agencies. The headquarters of Save the Children were also looted.
Rape
“In Khartoum, uniformed armed personnel are reportedly entering the homes of expatriates, separating men and women and taking them out,” the UN said in a statement, according to RSF. Reported a case of rape. The US State Department had previously reported that a US diplomatic convoy in Sudan had come under fire. According to the European Union, the EU ambassador was attacked in his home in Khartoum.
‘Revolution’
On Saturday, the Sudanese government army and RSF paramilitary forces clashed after a long period of escalating tensions. The country’s military leader, General Abdel Fattah Al Burhan, no longer recognizes the RSF as an army unit. The paramilitaries, in turn, claim to be fighting “in a revolution”. According to RSF, this should lead to civilian rule and a transition to a democratic system.