Tom Perriello Has Been Named As The U.S Special Envoy To Sudan
Amidst Sudan’s current turmoil and ongoing war, US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken has just appointed Tom Perriello as the new special envoy for Sudan.
Perriello, a former Democratic Congressman with State Department experience in Africa, will lead efforts to end the conflict, secure humanitarian acces, and support the Sudanese people in their pursuit of freedom, peace and justice.
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Tom expressed his gratitude for the role, and emphasised the urgency highlighted by President Biden and Secretary Blinken in addressing the war’s atrocities.
I also want to thank the many members of Congress – Republicans and Democrats, Senators and Reps. – for continuing to demand action and attention for the people of Sudan.
— Tom Perriello (@tomperriello) February 26, 2024
The current conflict in Sudan is nearing a full year since it’s start, and continues to inflict grave violations and abuses committed by both sides, resulting in significant casualties and displacements across Sudan.
3 MILLION CHILDREN were forced to flee their homes when heavy fighting erupted in the capital city Khartoum, on Saturday 15th April 2023, and spread across Sudan. The violence has greatly intensified and children are at huge risk of being caught in the crossfire, exposing them to… pic.twitter.com/U0LvfMples
— Save the Children US (@SavetheChildren) February 27, 2024
Despite various mediation attempts and temporary ceasefires, the conflict continues.
Users across social media have responded to the new role, sharing their advice and opinion to Perriello, as he steps into his latest responsibilities.
I encourage you to begin by genuinely hearing the voices of everyday Sudanese citizens, who currently lack proper representation.
You’ll be surprised how Sudanese politicians are disconnected from the people that they (allegedly) represent.#Sudan— Haythem Hammour | هَيْثَم حَمُّور (@HaythemHammour) February 27, 2024
Congratulations. I hope you lead a great effort to stop this war. People of Sudan suffered a lot while the world is witnessing of the greatest tragedy millions of Sudanese people are becoming refugees and thousands are killed and millions will face famine.
— Isam Khalafalla (@isamkalaf) February 26, 2024
Perriello has also served as special envoy for the Great Lakes region of Africa and the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Official statement from The Center of American Progress quoted “Tom has extensive experience working on conflict resolution & demoncratic transitions on the continent and other regions. He is a leader who has helped launch & lead many nonprofits, promoting inventive ideas & working for human rights, poverty reduction, and sustainability.”
Today, Secretary of State Antony Blinken announced the appointment of former Rep. @TomPerriello as U.S. special envoy to Sudan. pic.twitter.com/maH888G6Wk
— American Progress (@amprog) February 26, 2024
A good man for the job. Go Tom!
— Kermit Lee Mayberry (@KermitMayberry) February 27, 2024
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