As Sudan approaches the grim milestone of entering its fourth year of war, the conflict risks once again slipping into the shadows of global attention, overshadowed by other geopolitical crises. What was once a focal point of international concern has gradually become what many observers now describe as a “forgotten war,” despite its devastating humanitarian consequences and deepening political fragmentation.

The ongoing conflict in Sudan has been marked by intense fighting between the national army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF). Since the outbreak of hostilities in April 2023, millions have been displaced, infrastructure has been destroyed, and the country’s fragile political transition has collapsed entirely. Yet, as global powers shift their focus to other crises, Sudan’s plight is receiving diminishing diplomatic urgency.

Recent geopolitical developments have further contributed to this neglect. The escalation of tensions involving Iran and broader regional instability have drawn the attention of Western policymakers, particularly in Washington DC and European capitals. This shift mirrors an earlier pattern when the war in Gaza temporarily eclipsed Sudan’s crisis, only for attention to return sporadically without sustained engagement.

Amid this backdrop, efforts are underway to bring Sudan back into the international spotlight. Massad Boulos, a senior United States adviser for Arab and African affairs, recently disclosed discussions with Jens Hanefeld, Germany’s ambassador to the United States. Their talks focused on preparations for the Third International Conference on Sudan, scheduled to take place in Berlin........

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