International Coalition Endorses Civilian-Led Transition to End Sudan War

A coalition of Western governments, regional organizations, and the United Nations issued a joint statement on June 8, 2026, endorsing a civilian-led political process to end the civil war in Sudan. The group—which includes the United States, United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, Belgium, Greece, Norway, and the Quintet (African Union, IGAD, League of Arab States, European Union, and UN)—declared that no military solution exists for the crisis. This initiative follows consultations with Sudanese political stakeholders in Addis Ababa from June 3–5.

The coalition plans to launch a comprehensive civilian dialogue within weeks, aiming to establish an independent civilian-led transitional government within approximately six months. This framework builds upon the Berlin Principles for Sudan adopted on April 15 and emphasizes the necessity of an urgent humanitarian truce to address displacement and food insecurity. Signatories warned that international measures would be considered against those who undermine the transition process.

Following the announcement, the United Arab Emirates welcomed the initiative and the proposed preparatory committee. In a related diplomatic effort, UN Special Envoy Pekka Haavisto met with Sovereignty Council President Abdelfattah El Burhan in Khartoum to discuss practical steps to reduce tensions. Separately, Kenyan President William Ruto increased pressure on the Sudanese Armed Forces and the Rapid Support Forces, criticizing both factions for their failure to deliver a political solution.