U.S. seeks to revive Sudan peace talks by mid-April

March 26, 2024 (WASHINGTON) – U.S. Special Envoy for Sudan Tom Perriello announced on Tuesday that his country is pushing for the resumption of peace talks in Sudan by April 18th.

This renewed diplomatic effort aims to find a solution to the ongoing conflict, which has caused a massive humanitarian crisis and displaced over nine million people.

Speaking to reporters in Washington, Perriello emphasized the need for inclusivity in the Saudi-hosted talks and the importance of participation from key regional players like the United Arab Emirates, Egypt, the East African bloc IGAD, and the African Union.

While the exact date remains uncertain and contingent on the agreement of warring parties, Perriello sees a window of opportunity after the holy month of Ramadan and a planned donor conference in Paris on April 15th.

“Ideally, talks would begin immediately,” Perriello stated. “Realistically, we’re looking at a timeframe after Ramadan. However, in the interim, we’re actively exploring every avenue to ensure successful negotiations.”

While April 18th is a target, Perriello acknowledged that it might not be the final date. “It would be a good timeline,” he explained, “but it’s not set in stone.”

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