The United Arab Emirates has welcomed a joint international statement on Sudan, backing calls for a humanitarian truce, a permanent ceasefire and an inclusive civilian-led transition to end the country’s war.
In a statement issued on Monday, the UAE said it supported efforts aimed at achieving a peaceful, democratic and stable path forward for Sudan, while emphasizing the need to protect civilians and expand humanitarian access.
The UAE said it welcomed the joint statement’s call for a humanitarian truce leading to a permanent ceasefire, as Sudan’s war continues to deepen one of the world’s worst humanitarian crises.
Abu Dhabi also welcomed recent consultations held in Addis Ababa from June 3 to 5, which focused on preparations for a comprehensive Sudanese-Sudanese dialogue. The consultations were aimed at establishing a preparatory committee for a broader political process involving Sudanese civilian forces and stakeholders.
The UAE said a political solution remained essential and stressed the importance of an inclusive, independent, civilian-led transition that reflects the aspirations of the Sudanese people for security, stability and a dignified life.
The statement adds to growing regional and international pressure for a negotiated end to the war, which began in April 2023 and has devastated large parts of Sudan, displaced millions and pushed the country toward deeper fragmentation.
For Sudanese civilian forces, the language of the statement is significant because it places renewed emphasis on a Sudanese-Sudanese political process rather than a return to military rule under General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan’s SAF.
The reference to a civilian-led transition also echoes long-standing demands by pro-democracy groups and anti-war blocs that Sudan’s future should not be dictated by the old security establishment or by Islamist-linked networks that helped drive the country into war.
The Addis Ababa track has become one of the most closely watched diplomatic efforts on Sudan, particularly as regional actors, the African Union, IGAD and international partners seek a political framework capable of moving beyond ceasefire declarations toward a wider civilian settlement.
