WASHINGTON
U.S. Senior Advisor for Arab and African Affairs Massad Boulos has dismissed recent reports claiming that negotiations on a humanitarian truce and peace plan for Sudan have reached a final agreement, stressing that several key issues remain unresolved.
In a statement, Boulos said recent commentary and media reports have mischaracterized the ongoing diplomatic efforts aimed at securing a humanitarian ceasefire and a comprehensive peace framework for Sudan.
He clarified that claims suggesting all major issues have been agreed upon—or that only one issue remains before a deal is finalized—are inaccurate and do not reflect the current status of negotiations.
According to Boulos, discussions with the Sudanese parties are continuing, with the United States pressing all sides to accept specific proposals. However, he noted that multiple substantive issues have yet to be accepted, while others have been explicitly rejected.
He emphasized that any official agreement would be formally announced through official channels, urging the public and media not to rely on speculation, unofficial documents, or reports claiming that negotiations have already concluded.
Boulos added that such speculation is “neither official nor helpful” to the mediation process.
The U.S. official reiterated that Washington’s priority remains facilitating serious and constructive dialogue that can lead to a humanitarian truce, a comprehensive and lasting peace agreement, and a credible political transition in Sudan.
Sudan has been engulfed in conflict since April 2023, creating one of the world’s worst humanitarian crises, with millions displaced and widespread destruction across the country.
