Statement By The World Food Programme Executive Director Josette Sheeran On The Conflict In Sudan
Tuesday, Nov. 29th 2011 6:40 AM
It is the height of the hunger season in Sudan and the violence that has engulfed South Kordofan is hindering WFP’s efforts to reach hundreds of thousands of people in need of food assistance. As the security situation in South Kordofan state deteriorates, I would like to echo the UN Secretary General’s deep concern about the escalation in the conflict.
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