A clear Emirati framework outlines a path to peace in Sudan, centred on an immediate ceasefire, accountability for both warring parties, and a transition to an independent civilian government.
This came in a post by Dr Anwar Mohammed Gargash, diplomatic adviser to the UAE President, shared on his account on X.
Gargash wrote, “There must be an immediate end to Sudan’s tragic civil war, the country was pushed to the brink when the two warring sides overthrew the civilian government.”
He stressed that “Sudan’s unity and the return of the Brotherhood’s influence remain a major concern.”
He added that “the way forward is clear, an immediate ceasefire, accountability for both sides for the atrocities, unrestricted humanitarian access, and a credible transition to an independent civilian government.”
Since April 2025, Sudan has witnessed war between the SAF and the Rapid Support Forces, after SAF chief Abdel Fattah al Burhan refused at the time to hand power to civilians, and due to his dispute with RSF commander Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo (Hemedti) over the mechanism for integrating forces into the military.
Trump steps in
Trump previously affirmed his intention to end the “atrocities” taking place in Sudan, following a request from Saudi Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman.
On Friday, Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE Minister of Foreign Affairs, discussed with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio the tragic developments of Sudan’s civil war.
The two also discussed the importance of reaching an immediate and unconditional ceasefire, and ensuring humanitarian aid reaches civilians without obstruction.
Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed welcomed Trump’s statements calling for an end to the horrific attacks committed against civilians during the civil war, now in its third year, as well as his leadership of efforts aimed at restoring stability in Sudan, according to UAE state news agency WAM.
Talks between the SAF and the RSF have stalled for months.
In September, the mediation group known as the “Quartet” proposed a plan that included a three month truce and the removal of both the current government and the RSF from the post conflict political landscape, a condition the SAF has so far rejected.
The “Quartet” includes the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and the US. The war in Sudan has left tens of thousands dead, displaced millions, and triggered a major humanitarian crisis.
