A bishop says that Sudan, a country devastated by war, is actually safer than London.

Since early 2023, the country has been embroiled in a devastating war. Amidst this turmoil, a bishop recently made a surprising statement about the safety of a city in war-torn Sudan compared to London. The Bishop of Leeds, Rt Rev Nick Baines, was urging the soon-to-be-appointed UK special representative for Sudan to visit Port Sudan.

Despite the ongoing conflict in Khartoum and other parts of Sudan, the bishop remarked that Port Sudan on the Red Sea is actually under the control of the internationally recognized, military-backed government. This may come as a surprise to many, as the Foreign Office currently advises against all travel to Sudan due to the ongoing conflict.

The bishop's statement was made during a House of Lords debate, where he called on the UK government to use its resources and political power to cut off the flow of arms and create the conditions for a credible ceasefire. He emphasized the urgent need for action, stating that failure to address the crisis now will have dire consequences in the future, such as further destabilization of the already fragile region and a humanitarian crisis that will only worsen.

He also stressed the importance of a physical presence in Sudan, especially from the new head of office and special envoy. He shared his own experience of visiting Port Sudan, where he felt safer than in London. He urged for more regular visits from foreign representatives to show their support and commitment to addressing the crisis.

Currently, the British embassy in Khartoum is closed and there are no British consular staff in Sudan. This lack of physical presence is concerning, especially as a humanitarian crisis has erupted in Sudan. According to the bishop, this crisis has had a devastating impact on children, who are being denied basic necessities like food, shelter, medical care, and education. He warned of the potential consequences if this crisis is not addressed, including a rise in irregular immigration to other countries.

In light of these urgent issues, the bishop called for a more comprehensive approach to addressing the crisis in Sudan, one that takes into account the wider implications for the region and the future of the country. He stressed the need for a legitimate government, with the involvement of civil society, and the challenges of reconstruction in a nation that has been destroyed by war.

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