World Health Organization is unable to provide necessary medical services over the situation in Sudan, where fighting between the military and paramilitary groups continues. "In addition to the casualties caused by the conflict, more deaths are expected due to the epidemic, food and water shortages, and the inability to providenecessary medical services," he said.

"We are making arrangements so that we can deliver flights to those who wish to return to Japan at the earliest possible time," said Mr. Sakagami. "Humanitarian assistance is the most necessary right now, but the current situation is extremely difficult to change," he added.