Germany secures €1.3 billion in aid pledges for Sudan war victims
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Updated · DW (English) · Apr 24
Germany secures €1.3 billion in aid pledges for Sudan war victims
12 articles · Updated · DW (English) · Apr 24
At a Berlin-hosted conference, international donors pledged €1.3 billion as Sudan’s civil war enters its fourth year, surpassing last year’s $1 billion raised in London.
The conflict has displaced over 13 million people, with nearly 700 civilians killed in drone strikes in early 2026 and more than 4,300 children killed or maimed since 2023.
Widespread atrocities, famine, and regional instability have resulted, with neighboring East African countries also suffering disrupted trade and increased security concerns as the humanitarian crisis deepens.
With peace efforts stalled, is the balkanization of Sudan now the most likely outcome?
Is Sudan's civil war now an unstoppable proxy conflict for regional and global powers?
As Sudan disintegrates, who is profiting from its gold reserves and the ongoing chaos?
Have indiscriminate drone attacks become the new standard for terror in modern civil wars?
With famine used as a weapon, can international law truly protect civilians in war?
After genocide findings, what prevents decisive international action against the RSF's leaders?
Berlin Conference Outcomes: €1.3 Billion Aid Pledge and the Urgent Need to End Sudan’s War
Overview
The Third International Humanitarian Conference for Sudan, held in Berlin in April 2026, secured €1.3 billion in aid to address a crisis where 34 million people need help amid ongoing conflict that has displaced 11.6 million and caused widespread hunger. Despite this, aid delivery faces major challenges from fighting, damaged infrastructure, and bureaucratic barriers, limiting access especially in conflict zones. The Sudanese Armed Forces and Rapid Support Forces boycotted the conference, deepening the political stalemate, while fragmented opposition and international mediation hinder peace efforts. The conflict has also forced 4.4 million refugees into neighboring countries, overwhelming them and destabilizing the region. Without unified diplomatic pressure and enforcement of arms embargoes, humanitarian aid alone cannot end the crisis or bring lasting peace.