A meeting was held yesterday in Washington, DC, where Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau and Senior Advisor for Africa Massad Boulos convened with the Quad ambassadors to the United States, including Ambassador Yousef Al Otaiba of the UAE, Ambassador Reema bint Bandar Al Saud of Saudi Arabia, and Ambassador Motaz Zahran of Egypt. The meeting focused on the ongoing conflict in Sudan, which has created a significant humanitarian crisis and threatens regional stability.
Recognizing the shared interests at stake, Deputy Secretary Landau emphasized that the United States does not believe the conflict is amenable to a military solution. Instead, he urged the Quad ambassadors to work together to persuade the warring parties to cease hostilities and reach a negotiated solution. The Deputy Secretary stressed the importance of addressing the regional impact of the Sudan crisis, highlighting the need for a collaborative effort to address the crisis.
The meeting marked an important step in the United States' commitment to working closely with the Quad to address the Sudan crisis. According to Spokesperson Tammy Bruce, "the US is committed to finding a peaceful solution to the conflict and looks forward to continuing its engagement with the international community to support this effort."
Details on next steps for addressing the crisis were discussed during the meeting, but no further information was available at press time.
The Sudan conflict has sparked significant concern among regional actors, highlighting the need for a coordinated response. The United States' efforts to address the crisis have been closely followed by global observers, who recognize the significance of this development in the region.
In June 2025, Deputy Secretary Landau and Senior Advisor Massad Boulos held a meeting with Quad ambassadors to discuss the Sudan conflict.