U.S. drives Sudan peace plan with backing from Egypt and Gulf partners
The United States, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and Egypt have announced a new roadmap to end Sudan’s conflict, effective immediately.
The proposal, presented on Friday, calls for a three-month humanitarian truce, followed by a permanent ceasefire and a nine-month transition to civilian-led governance.
According to the joint statement, the roadmap is designed to halt fighting and restore civilian authority after years of military and paramilitary dominance.
Foreign ministers of the four countries stressed that “there is no viable military solution to the conflict, and the status quo creates unacceptable suffering and risks to peace and security.”
The plan outlines an immediate ceasefire to take effect after the truce, with both the Sudanese army and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) urged to comply.
Previous attempts at ceasefires, including a UN-backed call in June, have faltered, highlighting the challenges of enforcement.
The mediating countries are seen as key players with leverage over both sides. Egypt and Saudi Arabia have ties to the Sudanese army, while the UAE has faced accusations of supporting the RSF, a claim it denies but which analysts say carries weight.