The U.S. and three Middle Eastern states have developed a new peace initiative for Sudan, seeking to end the ongoing civil war that has caused widespread displacement and hunger.
In February 2026, Massad Boulos, an advisor on Arab and African Affairs to U.S. President Donald Trump, revealed that the U.S. along with Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and the United Arab Emirates—collectively referred to as the Quad—were finalizing an initiative to resolve the ongoing civil war in Sudan. This plan is reported to be similar to an earlier roadmap proposed by the Quad in September 2025, which sought to address the roots of the conflict between the Sudanese Armed Forces and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF).
The civil war in Sudan began in mid-April 2023, triggered by disagreements over military reforms and the political restructuring of the country. The conflict has been devastating, displacing over 14 million citizens both internally and externally, and resulting in tens of thousands of fatalities. The humanitarian toll has been severe, with more than half of Sudan's population—approximately 21 million individuals—facing acute hunger. This dire situation has raised international concerns about stability and security in the region, as well as the urgent need for humanitarian assistance.
The latest peace plan aims to secure preliminary approval from the conflicting parties, which may help facilitate a return to negotiations. However, skepticism remains about its viability given the entrenched positions of both the Sudanese Armed Forces and the RSF. The success of this initiative may depend on the ability of the Quad in persuading these factions to engage in meaningful dialogue and implement comprehensive reforms, signaling a crucial step towards ending years of violence in Sudan.
