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
- 45
What's happening
Active this week
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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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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 support1 report1 development inside
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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
Earlier this month
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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 supported11 reports3 developments inside
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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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Political blocs clash over the future of Sudan, involving key figures including Abdalla Hamdok and Abdel Fattah al-Burhan.Some support2 reports
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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
One to three months ago
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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 supported17 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
Gone quiet
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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 support1 report
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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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Around Abdel Fattah al-Burhan this week
News at the entities that move Abdel Fattah al-Burhan most-
Khartoum StructuralKhartoum, the capital of Sudan, is situated on the Nile River, which sustains life and livelihood in the region.Moves Abdel Fattah al-Burhan
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Doha OperationalThe AIIB held a board meeting in Doha, announced support for urban governance in South Africa, and backed a panda bond issuance in China.Moves Abdel Fattah al-Burhan
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Massad Boulos OperationalMarco Rubio and Massad Boulos engaged with the UN Security Council regarding the civil war risks in Sudan, involving discussions with Gulf states.Moves Abdel Fattah al-Burhan
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general assembly OperationalAcademic findings are informing legislative action within the Maryland General Assembly.Moves Abdel Fattah al-Burhan
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African Union OperationalThe African Union is exploring its role as a supranational union in Africa, aiming to drive the continent's next chapter.Moves Abdel Fattah al-Burhan
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Muslim Brotherhood OperationalQuestions have been raised regarding a potential nexus between the Muslim Brotherhood and activities in North Carolina.Moves Abdel Fattah al-Burhan
Connections
The 34 strongest of 45, 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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Sudan Structural
Burhan holds the dominant military and political leadership role, actively defining the government structure and trajectory of Sudan.
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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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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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Sovereignty Council Structural
Abdel Fattah al-Burhan holds the appointed leadership role as Chairman of the Sovereignty Council.
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Khartoum Structural
Abdel Fattah al-Burhan conducts official, military, and political activities in the city of Khartoum.
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SAF Structural
Abdel Fattah al-Burhan holds a leadership position within the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF).
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Massad Boulos Operational
The relationship is defined by active political negotiation and conflict over ceasefire proposals and visa status.
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Kordofan Operational
Abdel Fattah al-Burhan's forces are actively engaged in military operations and control within the region of Kordofan.
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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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Egypt Operational
The two entities are actively engaged in discussions and influence regarding regional security cooperation, particularly concerning 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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African Union Operational
The African Union is actively involved in regional efforts and scrutinizing the military authority in Sudan.
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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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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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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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El-Obeid Shared context
El-Obeid is a city central to the ongoing conflict involving Abdel Fattah al-Burhan.
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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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Czech Republic Shared context
The relationship is implied through the context of international diplomatic calls regarding the ongoing conflict.
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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 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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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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West Darfur Shared context
A's actions and disputes are documented as having led to conflict within the region of B.
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Richard Crowder Operational
Richard Crowder and Abdel Fattah al-Burhan met to discuss efforts to end the civil war.
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Pekka Haavisto Operational
Abdel Fattah al-Burhan and Pekka Haavisto met to discuss de-escalation efforts.
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Red Sea Shared context
Abdel Fattah al-Burhan is observed operating within the geographical region of the Red Sea.
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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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New York Shared context
Abdel Fattah al-Burhan postponed a planned trip to New York.
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Assam Mentioned together
No evidence links Assam and Abdel Fattah al-Burhan.
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Omar al-Bashir Mentioned together
No evidence was found to establish any relationship between the two entities.
History
Events by the month they beganSeptember 2026
11 events- 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.
- 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.
- 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
2 eventsJuly 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.
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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.