Sudan’s army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan has called on US President Donald Trump to help end the ongoing civil war. He urged Washington to work with regional actors to stop the violence that has displaced millions and killed tens of thousands. Burhan highlighted the urgent need for decisive international action to restore peace in the country.
The war began in April 2023 after a power struggle between Burhan and Rapid Support Forces commander Mohamed Hamdan Daglo. Clashes have destroyed communities, created the world’s largest hunger crisis, and displaced 12 million people. Despite multiple ceasefire attempts led by the US, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and the UAE, fighting has continued across Sudan.
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In an op-ed published in The Wall Street Journal, Burhan described the RSF as a “genocidal militia” and said Sudanese citizens rely on decisive leadership from the United States. He emphasized that the conflict is between a sovereign government trying to protect civilians and a militia attacking communities indiscriminately. He also accused foreign actors of prolonging the war.
Burhan’s forces have also faced accusations of targeting civilians and shelling residential areas. The RSF, originally contracted to fight peripheral conflicts, became a powerful rival after the 2018–2019 uprising. Both sides have hindered negotiations, complicating peace efforts. Burhan stressed that US and regional support is essential for a lasting truce.
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He concluded that Sudan urgently needs international intervention to protect civilians and end the violence. Burhan reaffirmed his commitment to peace while warning that without global support, the country faces continued devastation. The international community is now closely watching whether Trump and regional leaders can influence the conflict’s resolution.