Washington’s diplomacy in Sudan has backfired
Summary
The United States has tried to push Sudan’s army to agree to a ceasefire during the ongoing war in Sudan, but this strategy has not worked. Recent US sanctions and diplomatic efforts have put pressure mainly on Sudan’s army, while the rebel group remains largely unshaken, making a peace deal even harder to reach.Key Facts
- Sudan has been in a destructive war for over three years involving the national army and the rebel Rapid Support Forces (RSF).
- The US wants an unconditional ceasefire to stop fighting and allow aid into the country.
- The US has pressured Sudan’s army (SAF) more than the RSF, which is seen as more cooperative in talks.
- The US has a long history of sanctions on Sudan but those have not stopped the conflict.
- New US sanctions were applied in 2024 against Sudan’s army and chemical weapons use, though investigations into chemical attacks were unclear.
- The US tried to expand a UN arms embargo on Sudan but failed to get enough support, partly due to opposition from Russia.
- General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, leader of Sudan’s army, was only allowed to attend the UN General Assembly after agreeing to sign the US ceasefire deal, which he refused.
- Experts say a ceasefire without clear future plans for both sides may not end the war but instead divide Sudan more deeply.
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