US, Saudis urge Sudan peace talks as top Riyadh diplomat visits Washington

Saudi Arabia’s Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan met with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio in Washington to prepare for a potential visit by US President Donald Trump, his first foreign trip of a second term. They called for the Sudanese army and paramilitary forces to resume peace talks amid a devastating conflict that has led to severe humanitarian crises. The discussions also included Saudi Arabia’s investments in the US and efforts to normalize ties with Israel, reflecting the ongoing geopolitical dynamics in the region.