The European Union's ambassador to Sudan is 58-year-old Irish diplomat Aidan O'Hara
The Irish EU ambassador to Sudan, Aidan O'Hara, has been attacked in his home in Khartoum, the bloc's top diplomat Josep Borrell said, as fighting between rival generals gripped the nation.
"A few hours ago, the EU Ambassador in Sudan was assaulted in his own residency," Mr Borrell wrote on Twitter, without detailing any injuries to the envoy.
"Security of diplomatic premises and staff is a primary responsibility of Sudanese authorities and an obligation under international law," he added.
EU spokeswoman Nabila Massrali said that the 58-year-old Irish diplomat was "OK" following the assault.
Deeply concerned at serious incident at home of the EU Ambassador to Sudan. A gross violation of the Vienna Convention.
— Micheál Martin (@MichealMartinTD) April 17, 2023
Thoughts are with outstanding Irish diplomat serving EU in difficult circumstances, and his family. Call for urgent cessation of violence in Sudan & dialogue.
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