Sudan Tops IRC Humanitarian Crisis Watchlist

Sudan has topped the 2025 watchlist of global humanitarian crises for the second consecutive year, according to the International Rescue Committee (IRC), which reported that 305.1 million people worldwide are in need of humanitarian assistance, a significant increase from 77.9 million in 2015. This crisis is largely attributed to a violent power struggle that began in April 2023, leading to the world's largest displacement crisis, with Sudan accounting for 10% of those in need despite comprising only 1% of the global population. The IRC highlighted that the gap between humanitarian need and funding is greater than ever, despite unprecedented resources available for aid. Following Sudan, other countries facing severe crises include Gaza, Myanmar, Syria, and South Sudan. Additionally, Ethiopia has established the Ura refugee site to accommodate over 34,000 refugees fleeing the Sudan conflict, emphasizing the integration of services for both refugees and host communities. IRC CEO David Miliband called for urgent global action to address these humanitarian needs.