Trump says Sudan war ‘very close’ to ending as US steps up peace push

US President Donald Trump speaks during the National Prayer Breakfast in Washington, DC, US on February 5, 2026.

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US President Donald Trump said on Thursday that the war in Sudan is “very close” to ending, adding that his administration is working to resolve a conflict that has lasted more than three years.

He was speaking at the National Prayer Breakfast, where he said his efforts on Sudan were running in parallel with attempts to end the Russia–Ukraine war.