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international-relations2 years ago

"Sudan's IGAD Membership Suspension and Regional Tensions: A Threat to Horn of Africa Stability"

Sudan has suspended its membership in the East African regional bloc, IGAD, accusing it of violating the country's sovereignty by inviting RSF chief to a summit. The announcement was made by the foreign ministry loyal to army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, amid the ongoing conflict between the Sudanese army and the RSF paramilitary group. The government had already frozen its relations with IGAD and accused the bloc of setting a dangerous precedent. IGAD, along with the US and Saudi Arabia, had attempted to mediate between the warring parties without success.

diplomacy2 years ago

Sudan's Army Chief Seeks Peace in Diplomatic Tour

Sudanese leader General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan's recent diplomatic tour to Egypt, South Sudan, and Qatar has sparked speculation that negotiations may be underway to end the war between the Sudanese military and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF). These visits, facilitated by an agreement between the belligerents, have renewed hopes for a negotiated solution to the conflict, which has claimed thousands of lives and displaced millions. Burhan's upcoming participation in the United Nations General Assembly could be a significant step forward in stopping the war and addressing humanitarian and political issues.

militaryconflict2 years ago

Sudan's Military Leader Burhan Vows Unyielding Pursuit of Victory

Sudan's Commander-in-Chief of the Army and Chairman of the Sovereign Council, Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, expressed unwavering confidence in the armed forces' ability to achieve victory over the ongoing conflict with the Rapid Support Forces. He emphasized that their military operation was meticulously planned and implemented without external assistance, dismissing claims of collaboration with "traitorous" elements or Islamists. Al-Burhan pledged to persevere in combat until the rebellion is quelled, highlighting the sacrifices made by the Sudanese people and their unity in overcoming the insurgents.

conflict2 years ago

International Pressure Mounts to End Sudan's Ongoing Conflict

At least 185 people have been killed and 1,800 injured in three days of fighting between rival factions in Sudan, with heavy clashes reported in the capital Khartoum and other cities. The power struggle is between General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, the armed forces commander, and General Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo, the head of the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), a paramilitary group. The fighting broke out over disagreements about the planned integration of the RSF into the regular army. The crisis has been ongoing since the 2021 coup. Emergency services have been stopped at hospitals, creating a humanitarian crisis. The Sudanese army has captured a strategic RSF base in Port Sudan.

politics2 years ago

Unraveling the Power Players in Sudan's Military: al-Burhan and Hemedti.

General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, the military commander who has been the de facto leader of Sudan for years, is leading the army against the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in violent clashes that have left nearly 600 people wounded. Al-Burhan rose to become a regional commander during the Darfur conflict, but distanced himself from the atrocities committed there. He became head of the Transitional Military Council after the ousting of former President Omar al-Bashir, and later the de facto head of state as head of the Sovereign Council. However, in 2021, he led a coup, derailing Sudan's path to democracy.

politics2 years ago

Sudan's Military Leader Commits to Democratic Transition and Civilian Oversight.

Sudan's military leader, General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, has reiterated that the army will be brought under a new civilian-led government as talks on military reforms began on Sunday. The proposed reforms include the integration of the powerful paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) into the regular army. The military and political parties signed a deal in December that called for a civilian-led transition government that would oversee elections in two years. However, pro-democracy protest groups opposed the deal, demanding the inclusion of transitional justice and security reforms.