United Nations, April 16 -- One year of fighting in Sudan prompted cries at the UN headquarters on Monday for an end to violence, which has a devastating impact on civilians, particularly women and girls.

"Sudan's current conflict, which marks its one-year point this week, is having a devastating impact on the people of Sudan, particularly women and girls," UN Women said in a statement. "UN Women calls on the international community to ensure that the conflict in Sudan does not become a neglected crisis."

The statement also said the fighting reversed gains made toward democracy and stability, leaving the country in suffering and insecurity while facing a catastrophic humanitarian crisis.

In a separate statement, UN Special Adviser on ...