The UN Security Council issued a statement Saturday warning of a high risk of mass atrocities in Sudan. The warning comes as fighting between the Sudanese army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) continues, creating a deteriorating humanitarian and security situation. The Council expressed deep concern over reports of violence, including sexual violence, targeting civilians. They emphasized the need for all parties to respect international humanitarian law and human rights law. The UN urges an immediate cessation of hostilities and calls for unimpeded humanitarian access to deliver aid to those in need. The statement underscores the potential for a large-scale crisis if the conflict escalates further and protections for civilians are not prioritized.