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The diplomats also condemned the M23 offensive in DRC for its violence, displacement, and human rights violations, calling for the immediate withdrawal of M23 and Rwandan forces from the region.
Top diplomats from the Group of 7 (G7) industrialised nations issued a joint statement, voicing strong support for Ukraine and condemning the ongoing violence in Sudan, among other critical global issues.
The statement condemned the violence and atrocities in Sudan, including widespread sexual violence, and addressed the humanitarian crisis caused by the conflict. The G7 also focused on the escalating violence in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), where the M23 rebel group, backed by Rwanda, is engaged in intense fighting with the Congolese government. The group called for all warring parties to protect civilians, halt hostilities, and allow unrestricted access to humanitarian aid.
The diplomats also condemned the M23 offensive in DRC for its violence, displacement, and human rights violations, calling for the immediate withdrawal of M23 and Rwandan forces from the region. They urged support for peace talks led by the East African Community and the Southern African Development Community and stressed the need for accountability for human rights abuses by all armed groups involved.
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The final G7 communiqué outlined common positions on Ukraine, the Middle East, conflicts in Africa, and concerns over China’s actions in the South China Sea.
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