Washington, September 13 (Darfur24)
The Quartet group—comprising the United States, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates—has proposed a truce in Sudan to pave the way for a permanent ceasefire and the launch of a political process leading to a transitional government.
The foreign ministers of the Quartet, meeting at the invitation of the United States, held wide-ranging consultations on the conflict in Sudan.
In a joint statement seen by Darfur24, the ministers called for a three-month humanitarian truce to allow urgent humanitarian access across the country, saying it would serve as the foundation for a permanent ceasefire.
The statement proposed that, following the ceasefire, Sudan should embark on a comprehensive transitional process lasting nine months, aimed at forming an independent, accountable civilian government that reflects the aspirations of the Sudanese people while preserving state institutions.
The ministers stressed that Sudan’s future must be determined through an inclusive and transparent process, not by the warring parties or groups linked to violent extremism. They specifically warned against the influence of organizations affiliated with the Muslim Brotherhood, describing them as destabilizing forces.
They emphasized their commitment to Sudan’s sovereignty, unity, and territorial integrity, adding that there can be no military solution to the conflict. They warned that external military support to the Sudanese Armed Forces or the Rapid Support Forces only fuels the war and destabilizes the wider region.
The ministers pledged support for a negotiated settlement involving both the army and RSF, while pressing all parties to protect civilians, safeguard infrastructure, and ensure humanitarian access.
They also reaffirmed their commitment to regional stability, particularly in the Red Sea area, and vowed to counter cross-border threats from extremist organizations. The Quartet expressed readiness to work with African and Arab partners, the United Nations, and other international stakeholders to achieve peace in Sudan.