U.S. President Donald Trump has pledged to make the resolution of Sudan’s conflict a top foreign policy priority following discussions with Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. The announcement came during a high-level U.S.–Saudi investment forum, where the crown prince urged the United States to take a more active role in stabilising Sudan.

Trump described his planned intervention as a blend of diplomacy, strategic pressure, and economic leverage a formula he says mirrors his past involvement in crises in Gaza, Pakistan, and other global flashpoints. He emphasised that ending the violence in Sudan would not only help stabilise the region but also support broader U.S. and Saudi interests in the Horn of Africa.

The conflict in Sudan, which erupted in April 2023 between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), has devastated the nation. The fighting has displaced millions, collapsed essential services, and triggered one of the world’s worst humanitarian emergencies. International mediation efforts, including U.S.- and Saudi-brokered talks in Jeddah, have repeatedly broken down.

Trump’s latest commitment signals a potential return to stronger U.S. engagement after months of stalled negotiations and limited diplomatic traction. Analysts say Saudi Arabia’s request adds weight, given the kingdom’s influence in Sudan’s political and military landscape.

While specific steps were not detailed, Trump said the U.S. would use “every diplomatic and economic tool necessary” to push for a ceasefire and a long-term settlement.