HUDO Centre Date: 11th July 2021 No. H.K/UA/13/021 URGENT APPEAL ASSAULT OF THE CHRISTIAN AFFAIRS CONSULTANT IN KHARTOUM, SUDAN On 2nd July 2021, in Khartoum four armed people (with masks) assaulted and intimidated Mr. Boutros Badawi Ali Komi (the Christians’ consultant of religious and endowment minister). A case was filed against anonymous at Al-Salamma police office but no step was taken by officials. On 2nd July 2021 midnight, Mr. Boutros Badawi Ali Komi (the Christian affairs consultant for the religious and endowment minister) was driving back home, when assailants obstructed his vehicle. Thereafter four armed, masked people pulled him out of his vehicle and started beating/ kicking him by the gun butts while insulting him. They also threatened to kill him and warned him not to touch those files he had opened through social media. According to the threats from the attackers, the cause of attack was articles published by the victim in his Facebook account when he supported the return/ restoration of the land and properties of the churches and Christian leaders which were confiscated by the previous regime. The victim (Mr. Komi) was taken later (same night) by his family and friends to Al-Atebaa/ Doctors private hospital where he received the medical care on their own expenses. Up to date, there has been no serious investigation held or government statement issued. No official visit was made by the officials from the ministry. However, he is constantly receiving intimidation messages via his WhatsApp account. HUDO Centre is very concerned about the security and psychological situation of Mr. Komi and calls upon:  Sudan government to urgently investigate the case and make its result public.  Sudan government to ensure the rule of law, safety of people and their properties.  Sudan government to give more attention and response for Christians’ demands.  Sudan government to respect its international obligations.