Why do Sudan’s humanitarian truces keep failing and who is to blame?
Summary
Efforts to stop the fighting in Sudan and bring humanitarian aid have failed. Despite attempts led by the United States and other countries, clashes between Sudan's main military groups continue, making the humanitarian crisis worse.Key Facts
- Sudan's civil war began in April 2023 between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF).
- The conflict has spread to most of Sudan’s states, displacing 14 million people and causing many deaths.
- Attempts at ceasefires, including the Jeddah Declaration backed by the US and Saudi Arabia, have repeatedly been broken.
- The United States leads the ALPS initiative to push for peace talks and temporary humanitarian pauses.
- The US has pledged $375 million for aid and called for a 90-day truce to allow emergency help.
- Fighting continues, with both the SAF and RSF claiming victories in different regions.
- Analysts say the fighting continues because leaders want to keep political power, blocking peace efforts.
- The situation has worsened to the point where Sudan’s humanitarian system is close to collapse.
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