The United States has called for an immediate and unconditional humanitarian truce in Sudan, warning that the country's prolonged conflict is no longer just a national crisis but a growing regional security threat affecting the wider Sahel. Speaking during a United Nations Security Council briefing on the United Nations Office for West Africa and the Sahel (UNOWAS) , U.S. Alternate Representative for Special Political Affairs, Ambassador John Kelley, said the war in Sudan continues to undermine peace and security across neighboring countries. "The ongoing crisis in Sudan continues to have far-

The United States has called for an immediate and unconditional humanitarian truce in Sudan, warning that the country's prolonged conflict is no longer just a national crisis but a growing regional security threat affecting the wider Sahel.

Speaking during a United Nations Security Council briefing on the United Nations Office for West Africa and the Sahel (UNOWAS), U.S. Alternate Representative for Special Political Affairs, Ambassador John Kelley, said the war in Sudan continues to undermine peace and security across neighboring countries.

"The ongoing crisis in Sudan continues to have far-reaching impacts on peace and security across the Sahel," Kelley told the Council, urging all parties to immediately agree to a humanitarian ceasefire.

A conflict with regional consequences

The war between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), which began in April 2023, has evolved into one of the world's worst humanitarian crises. Millions of people have been displaced, while neighboring countries including Chad, South Sudan, Egypt, Ethiopia, Libya and the Central African Republic continue to receive large numbers of refugees.

Security experts have also warned that instability in Sudan risks spilling into the wider Sahel, a region already battling armed extremist groups, political instability and humanitarian emergencies. The movement of refugees, weapons and armed groups across porous borders has increased concerns among regional governments and international partners.

Washington says there is no military solution

During the Security Council session, the United States stressed that continued fighting will not produce a lasting solution.

"There is no military solution to this conflict," Kelley said, emphasizing that the Sudanese people deserve peace after years of devastating violence. The U.S. urged both sides to commit to an immediate humanitarian truce without preconditions to allow aid organizations safe access to civilians trapped by the fighting.

The statement reflects Washington's continued support for diplomatic efforts aimed at securing a ceasefire and reviving political negotiations.

Humanitarian crisis deepens

The humanitarian situation in Sudan continues to deteriorate despite repeated international appeals.

According to the United Nations, millions of people require emergency assistance, while widespread displacement, food insecurity, disease outbreaks and damaged infrastructure continue to strain humanitarian operations. Aid agencies have repeatedly warned that restricted access, insecurity and funding shortages are limiting their ability to reach vulnerable communities.

Growing pressure on the international community

The U.S. remarks come amid increasing international concern that the Sudan conflict could further destabilize the Horn of Africa and the Sahel if fighting continues.

The UN Security Council, the African Union and regional organizations have repeatedly called for an immediate ceasefire, protection of civilians and renewed political dialogue. However, repeated mediation efforts have yet to produce a durable peace agreement, leaving millions of Sudanese caught in one of the world's most severe humanitarian emergencies.

As diplomatic efforts continue, the United States reiterated that the people of Sudan "cannot wait any longer" and urged all parties to prioritize humanitarian needs and a negotiated political settlement over continued military confrontation.

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