U.S. President Joe Biden has called on the warring parties in Sudan to resume negotiations aimed at ending the war that has been ongoing for the past 17 months, which has led to a severe humanitarian crisis and displaced nearly 10 million people.
In a statement released by the White House on Wednesday, Biden urged all sides of the conflict to halt the violence and refrain from further escalation for the sake of Sudan’s future and its people.
The American president called on the Sudanese army and the Rapid Support Forces to facilitate the unhindered delivery of humanitarian aid across all regions of Sudan and to re-engage in negotiations to bring an end to the war. He stressed the importance of the Rapid Support Forces ceasing their attacks, which disproportionately harm Sudanese civilians.
Biden stated: "The United States is the world's largest donor of aid to the Sudanese people, having provided over $1.6 billion in emergency assistance in the past two years." He reaffirmed America's commitment to standing with the Sudanese people and pushing for peace.
The U.S. president also highlighted his country’s efforts to hold accountable those responsible for perpetuating the violence, citing U.S. initiatives to mobilize international partners, end hostilities, protect civilians, expand humanitarian access, and amplify the voices of civil society.
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