Sudan’s war has triggered a massive displacement crisis, with more than 14 million people forced to flee their homes.
- Researcher and lecturer, City University of New York
The UN faces a crisis because of its failure to address the world’s biggest conflicts.
While the gravity of the need in Sudan is clear, there are barriers to deploying a peacekeeping mission.
Chances of longer term peace are small because of the DRC’s assumption that it can achieve peace through sheer military force.
The region’s forces are seen as important in addressing the long-running conflict in the DRC – but their involvement is complicated.
There are advantages to a regional force overseen by the East African Community – particularly as the bloc is leading new political talks.
Protests are likely to continue over the coming months, particularly in the run-up to the Congo presidential elections next year.
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