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US, UK, Norway condemn Sudan violence, call for ceasefire

Washington, Nov 17 (UNI) The United States, United Kingdom and Norway condemned the growing violence and human rights abuses in Sudan, calling for a ceasefire and unfettered humanitarian access, according to a joint statement on Friday.
“Norway, the United Kingdom, and the United States (The Troika), condemn the escalating violence and human rights abuses in Sudan, especially attacks by the Rapid Support Forces in West, Central and South Darfur,” the statement said.
The statement also expressed concern over reports of violence in Jebel Aulia, on the White Nile River, where civilians are reportedly being targeted.
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