February 5, 2026 l By Dalena Reporters
WASHINGTON / KHARTOUM — U.S. President Donald Trump said on Thursday that he is actively engaged in efforts to help bring an end to the war in Sudan, one of Africa’s longest-running conflicts that has displaced millions and caused widespread humanitarian suffering.
Speaking at the National Prayer Breakfast in Washington D.C., Trump said he is “working hard to end that war,” adding that the United States is “very close” to achieving a resolution. He framed the effort as part of broader diplomatic engagement in global conflicts, mentioning Sudan alongside other international challenges.
Trump first pledged to focus on the Sudan conflict in November 2025 after a request from Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman during a state visit to the United States. According to Trump, the Crown Prince emphasised the importance of U.S. leadership in helping stabilise the situation in Khartoum and other areas affected by fighting.
Since April 2023, Sudan’s war primarily between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) has exacted a heavy toll. Tens of thousands of people are estimated to have died, and nearly 12 million were displaced inside Sudan or forced to flee as refugees abroad, creating one of the continent’s most severe humanitarian crises.
Trump’s comments reflect ongoing U.S. diplomatic engagement in the conflict, which has drawn international concern due to widespread reports of civilian suffering, food insecurity, and disruptions to essential services. U.S. officials have previously imposed sanctions on parties to the fighting and supported efforts by regional and global actors to broker ceasefires.
The Sudan war has also prompted broader international responses, including humanitarian aid programmes and pressure from the United Nations and regional organisations aiming to protect civilians and foster negotiations between warring parties. However, durable peace has remained elusive amid continued clashes and divided leadership on the ground.
Trump’s remarks signal continued U.S. interest in the diplomatic front, even as analysts caution that achieving a comprehensive peace will require expanded negotiation efforts, coordination with African and Arab partners, and sustained focus on humanitarian relief and political transitions.
As international focus on the conflict persists, the U.S. government’s position suggests a willingness to remain involved diplomatically, though details on specific actions or agreements aimed at ending the war have not been fully outlined.