Abdel Fattah al-Burhan.
President of the Sovereignty Council of Sudan
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
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What's happening
Active this week
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International diplomatic efforts are underway to resolve the Sudan civil war, involving talks between Massad Boulos and Abdel Fattah al-Burhan in Egypt, with the US seeking a resolution.Well supported14 reports2 developments inside
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Diplomatic efforts intensify in Sudan as Serap Güler calls for a ceasefire and Burhan discusses bilateral relations.Some support1 report
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France 24 contributed to a joint investigation involving Abdel Fattah al-Burhan.Some support1 report
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The civil war in Sudan is rooted in the power struggle between Abdel Fattah al-Burhan and Hemedti, specifically concerning the integration of the Rapid Support Forces into the SAF.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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The civil war in Sudan involves the SAF, with El-Obeid besieged amid the power struggle between Burhan and Hemedti.Well supported13 reports4 developments inside
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A group in Kordofan, a region of Sudan, has aligned itself with Abdel Fattah al-Burhan's government.Some support1 report
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Political blocs clash over the future of Sudan, involving key figures including Abdalla Hamdok and Abdel Fattah al-Burhan.Well supported3 reports
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Sudanese forces are advancing between North Kordofan and Darfur, while international figures lobby for changes to the UN arms embargo.Some support1 report
Earlier this month
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Government forces, involving Ethiopia and Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, retook the town of Kidal from rebels.Some support1 report
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Mahmoud Abbas and Abdel Fattah al-Burhan were both denied entry visas by a host country.Some support1 report
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International pressure is affecting diplomatic outcomes as Burhan leads the faction in the Sudanese civil war.Some support2 reports
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The civil war in Sudan continues with Burhan leading the SAF, while the US ties visa status to a truce, and RSF receives support from Qatar.Some support2 reports
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Abdel Fattah al-Burhan leads the Sudanese Armed Forces during war while seeking to revive talks on maritime border with Saudi Arabia.Some support2 reports
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Marco Rubio and Sudan's armed forces chief are seeking mediation for the ongoing conflict resolution.Some support1 report
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Visa status contingent on ceasefire agreement discussed in the General Assembly.Well supported4 reports
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Abdel Fattah al-Burhan sought the intervention of UN Secretary-General António Guterres.Some support2 reports
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The US is leading the ALPS initiative regarding the civil war in Sudan, involving AlpS, Egypt, SAF, and Abdel Fattah al-Burhan.Some support2 reports
One to three months ago
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Burhan's leadership challenges international diplomatic efforts while Houthis target bases in the Hadhramaut region.Some support1 report
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Burhan, as army chief, received a delegation while AU and UN are part of the Quintet mechanism.Some support3 reports
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Abdel Fattah al-Burhan approved chemical attacks targeting civilians in Sudan.Well supported10 reports1 development inside
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Abdel Fattah al-Burhan's military forces have taken control of the capital city of Khartoum in Sudan.Some support6 reports
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Periodic consultations are strengthening bilateral ties and cooperation along the shared border between Khartoum and Eritrea.Some support1 report
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Talks regarding regional stability in Sudan were hosted, involving key figures and the Sudanese Armed Forces.Well supported3 reports1 development inside
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Abdel Fattah al-Burhan led the government through political dialogue in Sudan.Well supported21 reports3 developments inside
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Military convoys transit through El-Obeid, the capital of North Kordofan, amid rivalry between Burhan and Hemedti.Well supported3 reports1 development inside
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Abdel Fattah al-Burhan toured the conflict area in North Kordofan during ongoing military operations.Some support1 report
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ICC warns of mass atrocities in Sudan as conflict escalates between Hemedti and Al-Burhan, amid massive displacement reported by IRC.Well supported3 reports2 developments inside
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The Army head accepted a latest peace proposal in Sudan, which specifically excludes the Muslim Brotherhood from the process.Some support2 reports
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El-Obeid, a strategic city in North Kordofan, is central to the ongoing civil conflict involving Abdel Fattah al-Burhan. Experts weigh in on its value.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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An EU delegation called for de-escalation and a ceasefire regarding the situation involving the Czech Republic and Abdel Fattah al-Burhan.Some support1 report
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Doha provides weapons and diplomatic cover to Sudan, backing political Islam against regional rivals.Some support2 reports
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Egyptian forces, led by Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, conducted joint operations and security talks in Kordofan, Sudan, using Cairo as a base.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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News at the entities that move Abdel Fattah al-Burhan most-
Sovereignty Council StructuralPolitical actors in Sudan, including the Sovereignty Council and Popular Congress Party, participated in a meeting in Addis Ababa.Moves Abdel Fattah al-Burhan
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Massad Boulos OperationalMassad Boulos and a UAE Minister of State discussed strengthening cooperation on mutual interests.Moves Abdel Fattah al-Burhan
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Mike Waltz OperationalThe US is importing Russian diesel after sanctions were lifted, a deal defended by Mike Waltz.Moves Abdel Fattah al-Burhan
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SAF StructuralXCF completed a business combination with Southern and appointed John Wharton to its board of directors.Moves Abdel Fattah al-Burhan
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Doha OperationalA forum is taking place in Doha, Qatar.Moves Abdel Fattah al-Burhan
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Cairo StructuralHigh-profile officials were active in Cairo, involving Hamas.Moves Abdel Fattah al-Burhan
Connections
The 40 strongest of 61, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Hemedti Operational
The relationship is defined by an active and bitter rivalry and power struggle between the two leaders driving the civil conflict in Sudan.
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SAF Structural
Abdel Fattah al-Burhan serves as the army chief and leader of the Sudanese Armed Forces.
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general assembly Operational
Abdel Fattah al-Burhan was scheduled to address the UN General Assembly, with the appearance contingent on political agreements.
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Sudanese Armed Forces Structural
Abdel Fattah al-Burhan serves as the Commander-in-Chief and chief leader of the Sudanese Armed Forces.
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Sovereignty Council Structural
Abdel Fattah al-Burhan holds the appointed leadership role as Chairman of the Sovereignty Council.
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Sudan Structural
Abdel Fattah al-Burhan holds dominant military and political leadership, actively defining the government structure and trajectory of Sudan.
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Massad Boulos Operational
The relationship is characterized by active political negotiation, direct meetings, and mutual influence regarding Sudan's future and ceasefire proposals.
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West Darfur Operational
Burhan directs military actions and disputes that directly influence the conflict and state of West Darfur.
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Kordofan Structural
Burhan commands military operations and exerts control over the Kordofan region.
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Khartoum Structural
Abdel Fattah al-Burhan exercises political and military control over the capital city of Khartoum.
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Doha Operational
Doha provides ongoing material support, including weapons and diplomatic cover, to the leadership structure in Sudan.
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Mike Waltz Operational
Mike Waltz actively applies political pressure and lobbies regarding Abdel Fattah al-Burhan and the situation in Sudan.
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Muslim Brotherhood Operational
The operational leadership of the Sudanese Armed Forces is shown to have deep ties to the structures and ideology of the Muslim Brotherhood.
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National Congress Party Operational
The relationship is characterized by the competitive action of excluding the National Congress Party from political talks.
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Blue Nile Operational
Abdel Fattah al-Burhan directs military action and mandates fighting within the Blue Nile region.
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North Kordofan Shared context
Abdel Fattah al-Burhan visited North Kordofan to review the security situation and influence the political process.
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Donald Trump Operational
Burhan actively communicated with Trump to reaffirm commitment to peace efforts.
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United Nations Operational
The UN proposed a humanitarian truce, which was actively resisted by the Army forces led by Abdel Fattah al-Burhan.
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Cairo Structural
Abdel Fattah al-Burhan's actions are strategically dependent on Cairo.
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African Union Operational
The African Union is actively involved in regional efforts and scrutinizing the military authority in Sudan.
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Egypt Shared context
Abdel Fattah al-Burhan visited Egypt to conduct diplomatic meetings regarding regional security cooperation in Sudan.
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Eritrea Operational
The relationship is characterized by periodic high-level consultations aimed at strengthening the existing bilateral ties between the two entities.
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Hamid Mannan Structural
Burhan exercised political authority over Mannan, replacing him in a designated role.
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Abdalla Hamdok Operational
Hamdok's political faction is in active opposition to the military council led by Burhan.
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Yoweri Museveni Operational
Abdel Fattah al-Burhan accepted an invitation from Yoweri Museveni to engage in diplomatic talks.
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Hassan Sheikh Mohamud Operational
The leaders signed a joint statement in New Alamein, indicating direct political coordination.
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South Kordofan Structural
South Kordofan is reported to be politically aligned with Abdel Fattah al-Burhan's government.
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El-Obeid Shared context
El-Obeid is a city central to the ongoing conflict involving Abdel Fattah al-Burhan.
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Minni Minnawi Operational
Minni Minnawi was present as part of the entourage during Abdel Fattah al-Burhan's official visit.
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International Rescue Committee Mentioned together
The International Rescue Committee monitors the humanitarian situation in Sudan, where Abdel Fattah al-Burhan is a key political figure.
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New York Shared context
Abdel Fattah al-Burhan's travel and visa issues are linked to the New York jurisdiction and UNGA proceedings.
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Al Jazeera Mentioned together
Al Jazeera is reporting on Abdel Fattah al-Burhan's consultations as part of its media coverage.
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António Guterres Operational
Burhan actively sought the UN Secretary-General's intervention regarding the situation in Sudan.
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International Crisis Group Mentioned together
The International Crisis Group analyzes the regional war and humanitarian crisis in Sudan, a conflict involving Abdel Fattah al-Burhan.
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Czech Republic Shared context
The relationship is implied through the context of international diplomatic calls regarding the ongoing conflict.
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Mahmoud Abbas Mentioned together
Both leaders were reported to have been denied entry visas by a host country.
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Friedrich Merz Operational
Abdel Fattah al-Burhan initiated communication with Friedrich Merz regarding bilateral relations.
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Isaias Afwerki Operational
The relationship is characterized by discussions of bilateral relations between the two political figures.
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African Union Commission Structural
Al-Burhan met with the African Union Commission to discuss Sudan's potential membership in the organization.
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Ethiopia Shared context
The entities share a regional geopolitical context in East Africa, evidenced by B's actions in neighboring Sudan.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
7 events- International diplomatic efforts are underway to resolve the Sudan civil war, involving talks between Massad Boulos and Abdel Fattah al-Burhan in Egypt, with the US seeking a resolution.
- Diplomatic efforts intensify in Sudan as Serap Güler calls for a ceasefire and Burhan discusses bilateral relations.
- France 24 contributed to a joint investigation involving Abdel Fattah al-Burhan.
- A group in Kordofan, a region of Sudan, has aligned itself with Abdel Fattah al-Burhan's government.
- Sudanese forces are advancing between North Kordofan and Darfur, while international figures lobby for changes to the UN arms embargo.
- Government forces, involving Ethiopia and Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, retook the town of Kidal from rebels.
- Mahmoud Abbas and Abdel Fattah al-Burhan were both denied entry visas by a host country.
September 2026
11 events- The civil war in Sudan is rooted in the power struggle between Abdel Fattah al-Burhan and Hemedti, specifically concerning the integration of the Rapid Support Forces into the SAF.
- International pressure is affecting diplomatic outcomes as Burhan leads the faction in the Sudanese civil war.
- The civil war in Sudan continues with Burhan leading the SAF, while the US ties visa status to a truce, and RSF receives support from Qatar.
- Abdel Fattah al-Burhan leads the Sudanese Armed Forces during war while seeking to revive talks on maritime border with Saudi Arabia.
- Marco Rubio and Sudan's armed forces chief are seeking mediation for the ongoing conflict resolution.
- Visa status contingent on ceasefire agreement discussed in the General Assembly.
- Abdel Fattah al-Burhan sought the intervention of UN Secretary-General António Guterres.
- The US is leading the ALPS initiative regarding the civil war in Sudan, involving AlpS, Egypt, SAF, and Abdel Fattah al-Burhan.
- Burhan's leadership challenges international diplomatic efforts while Houthis target bases in the Hadhramaut region.
- Burhan, as army chief, received a delegation while AU and UN are part of the Quintet mechanism.
- Periodic consultations are strengthening bilateral ties and cooperation along the shared border between Khartoum and Eritrea.
August 2026
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July 2026
5 events- The civil war in Sudan involves the SAF, with El-Obeid besieged amid the power struggle between Burhan and Hemedti.
- Abdel Fattah al-Burhan approved chemical attacks targeting civilians in Sudan.
- Abdel Fattah al-Burhan toured the conflict area in North Kordofan during ongoing military operations.
- ICC warns of mass atrocities in Sudan as conflict escalates between Hemedti and Al-Burhan, amid massive displacement reported by IRC.
- The Army head accepted a latest peace proposal in Sudan, which specifically excludes the Muslim Brotherhood from the process.
June 2026
7 events- Talks regarding regional stability in Sudan were hosted, involving key figures and the Sudanese Armed Forces.
- Abdel Fattah al-Burhan led the government through political dialogue in Sudan.
- Military convoys transit through El-Obeid, the capital of North Kordofan, amid rivalry between Burhan and Hemedti.
- El-Obeid, a strategic city in North Kordofan, is central to the ongoing civil conflict involving Abdel Fattah al-Burhan. Experts weigh in on its value.
- An EU delegation called for de-escalation and a ceasefire regarding the situation involving the Czech Republic and Abdel Fattah al-Burhan.
- Doha provides weapons and diplomatic cover to Sudan, backing political Islam against regional rivals.
- Egyptian forces, led by Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, conducted joint operations and security talks in Kordofan, Sudan, using Cairo as a base.