KHARTOUM (HAN) – The United States, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and Egypt have jointly proposed a new peace initiative aimed at ending Sudan’s ongoing war. The four nations urged Sudan’s warring parties to immediately agree to a three-month humanitarian ceasefire as a first step toward a permanent truce.
In a joint statement, the foreign ministers of the four countries said the plan paves the way for the establishment of a civilian-led transitional authority within nine months, with the ultimate goal of restoring peace and democracy in Sudan.
The countries, all of which wield significant influence over Sudan’s warring sides—the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF)—stressed that there is no military solution to the conflict. They warned that the current situation risks triggering further regional instability and worsening the already dire humanitarian crisis.
The statement also reaffirmed their support for Sudan’s territorial unity, even as the RSF has set up a parallel administration in Darfur, where it controls most of the territory. Fierce fighting continues in Al-Fashir, the historic capital of Darfur, which remains under siege, leaving residents facing hunger and critical health shortages.
While the UAE has previously faced accusations of backing the RSF—a claim it denies—Saudi Arabia and Egypt have aligned themselves with Sudan’s army, reflecting the regional divisions over the year-long war.
