Nobel Peace Prize laureate and human rights fighter Tawakkol Karman has underscored the urgent need to rid Sudan of the Janjaweed militias and other cross-border armed groups, stressing that this is not only a Sudanese or regional priority but a fundamental requirement for global security and stability.

Speaking at the Munich Security Conference during a session with Sudan’s Foreign Minister, Karman highlighted the grave human rights violations committed by these militias. She described a series of atrocities inflicted upon the Sudanese people, including ethnic cleansing, mass displacement, systematic sexual violence, and even the enslavement and trafficking of men and women—crimes she likened to those of a bygone era.

Karman called for international support for Sudan—its armed forces, government, and citizens—arguing that a sovereign Sudan, free from militias, is a moral imperative and a security necessity for the world.

Expressing confidence in Sudan’s ability to overcome its current challenges, Karman affirmed her belief in the country's eventual victory, the restoration of full state authority over its territory, and the emergence of a strong, democratic, and independent Sudan. However, she also warned against regional powers that exploit their financial resources to fuel instability rather than foster peace.