US, Egypt, Sudan Convene in New York to Shape Peace Path

Senior diplomats from the United States, Egypt, and Sudan gathered in New York on Sunday to coordinate efforts aimed at stabilizing the political landscape in Khartoum. According to Dabanga Radio TV Online, the trilateral meeting brought together Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty, Sudanese Foreign Minister Mohieddin Salem, and US Senior Adviser Massad Boulos to discuss mechanisms for ending the current conflict.

The discussions centered on the necessity of establishing conditions for a sustainable political settlement. While the specific demands varied slightly in emphasis, all three parties agreed that the immediate priority is to create a framework that allows for comprehensive civilian dialogue, marking a significant step in the ongoing diplomatic push to resolve the crisis.

Regional coordination shapes diplomatic strategy

Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty emphasized the critical importance of preserving Sudan’s territorial integrity and national sovereignty. He argued that state capabilities and national institutions must remain central to any resolution, calling for intensified regional and international engagement to facilitate a return to dialogue and negotiation.

This meeting follows separate high-level talks in Cairo between Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi and US CIA Director John Ratcliffe. Those discussions reportedly focused on the war in Sudan and the need for continued coordination between Washington and Cairo, suggesting a synchronized approach between the two governments in their outreach to Khartoum.

Humanitarian truce becomes central demand

US Senior Adviser Massad Boulos stated that the talks were driven by the urgent need for a humanitarian truce. He highlighted that such a pause in hostilities is a prerequisite for paving the way toward a unified and peaceful Sudan, with the protection of civilians cited as the primary motivation for the current diplomatic push.

Civilian delegates join UN sessions

Parallel to the official government talks, former Sudanese Prime Minister Abdallah Hamdok is in New York leading a delegation from the Civil Democratic Alliance for Revolutionary Forces. Hamdok is engaging with US and other international officials on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly to advocate for an immediate, comprehensive humanitarian truce.

The delegation has specifically called for stronger measures to protect civilians and ensure that aid reaches those in need. This dual-track approach, involving both state-level diplomacy and civilian advocacy, underscores the broadening coalition of actors seeking to influence the trajectory of the conflict in the coming weeks.