As the conflict in Sudan reaches the two-year mark, UN human rights experts raised alarm that widespread starvation and a distressing surge in acute malnutrition are unfolding.

“Sudan is experiencing the most extreme hunger crisis globally,” the experts said. “Without immediate humanitarian intervention, hundreds of thousands could perish.”

Conflict-related famine, mass displacement and extreme violence and killings continue to devastate millions of people. 24.6 million people – about half the population – are experiencing acute food insecurity, with 638,000 facing catastrophic hunger, a record high.

Children continue to be caught in the relentless crossfire of aerial bombardments and shelling, suffering horrific casualties and enduring grave, lasting harm to their safety, education, and well-being.