UAE, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, US Call for Ceasefire in Sudan
<h3>UAE, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and US Call for Urgent Action to End Sudan Conflict</h3><p><strong>Sudan, September 2025</strong> – Four influential nations—the <strong>United Arab Emirates (UAE), Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and the United States</strong>—have jointly urged immediate steps to end the ongoing war in Sudan, deliver critical humanitarian aid, and establish a civilian-led political transition. The announcement comes amid one of the world’s most severe humanitarian crises, with millions displaced and countless lives disrupted by ongoing fighting.</p><h3>Commitment to Sudan’s Sovereignty and Stability</h3><p>The foreign ministers emphasized that Sudan’s <strong>sovereignty, unity, and territorial integrity</strong> must be fully respected. They stressed that only an <strong>inclusive political process</strong> can ensure lasting peace and stability, rejecting the notion of a military solution. The ministers warned that the ongoing conflict is causing unacceptable human suffering and poses risks to regional security.</p><h3>Humanitarian Aid and Protection of Civilians</h3><p>A central focus of the joint statement is the urgent need for <strong>safe and unhindered humanitarian access</strong>. All warring parties were urged to allow relief agencies to deliver <strong>food, medicine, and essential supplies</strong> across Sudan. The ministers called for a <strong>three-month humanitarian truce</strong> to enable aid delivery, protect civilians, and lay the groundwork for a permanent ceasefire. They also stressed adherence to <strong>international humanitarian law</strong> and the immediate cessation of attacks on civilian infrastructure.</p><h3>Roadmap Toward Civilian-Led Governance</h3><p>The statement outlined a clear path for Sudan’s political future:</p><p>Implement a <strong>three-month humanitarian truce</strong>, followed by an <strong>immediate ceasefire</strong>.</p><p>Launch an <strong>inclusive and transparent transition process within nine months</strong>.</p><p>Establish an <strong>independent, civilian-led government</strong> with broad legitimacy and accountability.</p><p>The ministers emphasized that Sudan’s future must be determined by its people, free from the influence of armed groups or extremist organizations, including those linked to violent extremism such as the Muslim Brotherhood.</p><h3>Ending External Military Support</h3><p>External military support to any warring party in Sudan was <strong>strongly condemned</strong>, with ministers highlighting that such involvement prolongs the conflict and undermines regional stability. Halting outside interference is seen as <strong>essential for lasting peace</strong>.</p><h3>Shared Responsibilities and Regional Cooperation</h3><p>The UAE, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and the US committed to continued coordination to:</p><p>Support a negotiated settlement involving both the <strong>Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF)</strong> and <strong>Rapid Support Forces (RSF)</strong>.</p><p>Ensure the protection of civilians and infrastructure.</p><p>Strengthen security across the <strong>Red Sea region</strong>.</p><p>Counter transnational threats from <strong>terrorist and extremist groups</strong>.</p><p>Prevent destabilizing actors from exploiting the conflict.</p><p>The ministers also pledged collaboration with <strong>African and Arab states, the United Nations, and other international partners</strong> to coordinate humanitarian relief and recovery efforts.</p><h3>Building on Ongoing Peace Efforts</h3><p>The statement acknowledged the <strong>Jeddah process</strong>, led by Saudi Arabia and the US, as a key framework for negotiations, and welcomed <strong>Egypt’s engagement with Sudanese civil and political forces</strong> in forums held in Cairo. The ministers agreed to reconvene at the <strong>Quad Ministerial Meeting in September 2025</strong> to review progress and determine next steps, signaling a commitment to <strong>sustained international coordination</strong>.</p><h3>A Call for Lasting Peace</h3><p>The joint statement underscores the shared determination of the UAE, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and the US to <strong>end Sudan’s war, relieve human suffering, and ensure the country’s future is led by its people</strong>. By calling for a ceasefire, humanitarian aid, and a civilian-led transition, the ministers are sending a strong message that peace in Sudan is <strong>both a regional and global priority</strong>. Their united stance adds momentum to international efforts aimed at achieving <strong>lasting stability and security</strong> in Sudan and the wider Horn of Africa.</p>