A new book by Professor Bakri Youssef and Ambassador Dr. Muawiya Al-Toum
(Sudan & the UN , Seven decades of Hope and Hurdles)
This book offers a comprehensive analysis of Sudan’s seventy-year relationship with the United Nations, from its 1956 admission to the present. It explores Sudan’s evolving role in global diplomacy, peacekeeping, and humanitarian cooperation, drawing on firsthand experience from Sudanese diplomats and UN insiders. The book examines key phases of engagement, including Sudan’s multilateral diplomacy, internal conflicts, UN peace operations like UNAMID and UNITAMS, and unresolved issues like Abyei and border disputes.
Special focus is given to the 2023 offensive by the RSF, its humanitarian fallout, and the international community’s fragmented response. The authors also highlight Sudan’s regional identity and leadership in organizations like the Arab League and the OIC. The work critiques selective international engagement, the recurring cycle of coups, and the ineffectiveness of donor pledges, offering both historical documentation and critical insight into a turbulent but enduring UN-Sudan relationship.
Narrative of a Complex Relation: Sudan and the United States (1956–2024)
Published by the Sudanese American Research Center (SARC), this book offers the first comprehensive account of Sudan–U.S. relations from independence to 2024. It traces decades of shifting diplomacy, sanctions, and missed opportunities, highlighting how political and cultural misunderstandings shaped both nations. Combining historical analysis with forward-looking insights, the volume serves as a vital resource for scholars and policymakers, emphasizing the potential for renewed engagement based on mutual respect and shared values.
