U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken will announce new funding for Sudan at the UN on Thursday.
The aid will focus on humanitarian relief and supporting civil society amid ongoing conflict.
Deputy U.S. Representative to the UN, Ned Price, confirmed Blinken’s announcement during a Security Council meeting on Sudan.
The session will address the country’s humanitarian crisis and civilian protection.
The conflict between General Abdel Fattah al Burhan-controlled SAF and Rapid Support Forces has lasted for over 18 months, causing tens of thousands of deaths and displacing millions.
The war began in April 2023 amid a power struggle before a planned civilian transition.
Blinken’s funding will aim to help displaced people and strengthen civil society.
Price stressed the need to keep Sudan’s crisis in global focus despite the risk of neglect.
“The situation in Sudan must not be forgotten,” Price said. “This event is vital in drawing attention to the country’s needs.”
Earlier U.S.-mediated talks in Geneva failed to secure a ceasefire but improved aid access.
Price noted the U.S. will continue pushing for aid delivery and a cessation of hostilities before President Biden’s term ends.