Recent developments that accompanied US foreign policy towards Sudan were notable. The sudden resignation of John Godfrey, the appointment of Daniel Rubinstein and Tom Perriello as a special envoy on Sudan were noticeable.

The UN Security Council adopted a draft resolution demanding an immediate ceasefire in Sudan during the holy month of Ramadan. The U.S. seems to be facing a deep dilemma, which is not understanding what is happening on the ground, or ignoring what its allies in the region are doing by supporting one of the parties.