The joint statement, issued June 8, by the United States alongside 12 countries and global organizations, explicitly warned that world powers will penalize any groups that disrupt the peace process.

The breakthrough follows intense diplomatic consultations held in Addis Ababa from June 3-5.

The initiative will be led by the “Quintet”—a mediating group consisting of the African Union (AU), the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD), the League of Arab States (LAS), the European Union (EU), and the United Nations (UN).

They are backed by the U.S., United Kingdom, Belgium, France, Germany, Greece, Italy, and Norway.

Expressing deep concern over catastrophic mass displacement and acute food shortages, the global alliance demanded an immediate humanitarian truce leading to a permanent ceasefire.

They firmly rejected any attempt at a battlefield victory.

“We stand united in our belief that there can be no military solution to this crisis, and that a sustainable resolution must be rooted in an inclusive, civilian-led political process that reflects the aspirations of the Sudanese people,” the coalition stated.

The comprehensive dialogue is scheduled to begin within the coming weeks with the goal of wrapping up within six months.

The Organizers confirmed the process will bring together a broad spectrum of Sudanese society, including youth, women's groups, civil society, and diverse geographic representatives to ensure a transparent transition free from coercion.

To protect the upcoming talks, the international community issued a direct threat of sanctions or diplomatic retaliation against political or military spoilers.

“Appropriate measures will be considered by the international community against those who seek to undermine the civilian transition process,” the statement declared.

This renewed diplomatic push builds directly on the “Berlin Principles for Sudan” adopted during a major donor and peace conference on April 15.

The coalition emphasized that sidelining extremist groups and establishing a legitimate democratic transition remains the only viable path forward for the war-torn nation.

The joint alliance noted that “the establishment of such an independent civilian-led government is indispensable to ensuring a durable end to the conflict.”