During a Senate hearing, the Secretary of State calls for immediate action.

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio revealed his country's intention to appoint a new special envoy to Sudan, amid the complexities of the ongoing crisis between the Sudanese army and the Rapid Support Forces. He warned that the conflict could escalate into a regional proxy war that threatens stability in the region.

This came during a hearing before the US Senate Committee on Foreign Relations on Tuesday, where Rubio expressed grave concern about the escalating conflict, stressing the need for urgent action to avert a wider humanitarian and security catastrophe. The secretary said, "Diplomats tend to be cautious, but it must be recognized that the situation in Sudan poses a real threat to regional peace."

During the hearing, several senators, including Senators Cory Booker and Chris Van Holden, sharply criticized the reduction in US humanitarian aid to Sudan, noting that the decision has led to the closure of approximately 80% of food kitchens, leaving more than two million people hungry.

Booker explained, "The chaos resulting from the armed conflict has exacerbated the tragedy, and Washington must act to save lives."

Van Holden noted that large quantities of food aid are rotting in warehouses due to the suspension of supplies and the inability to deliver them to those in need, calling for a review of the policies governing the Sudanese file.