Sudan's military leader, Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, addressed a large gathering in Khartoum, marking the launch of the "We Didn't Forget You" initiative to support the healthcare sector. The event, held at the Khartoum Stadium, brought together content creators and athletes, with a significant turnout of young people. Al-Burhan emphasized that Sudan will maintain its strong stance and reject any form of compromise or subjugation to external forces.
Al-Burhan's address comes amid a controversy surrounding his US visa application, which was denied, preventing him from attending the United Nations General Assembly meetings. In a message seemingly linked to the US visa issue, al-Burhan stated that Sudan does not require a visa or permission from any country. He reaffirmed his commitment to fighting against what he termed as "rebel forces" and pledged to cleanse the country of rebellion.
The Sudanese military leader praised the country's youth, highlighting their role in various fields, including the fight against rebel forces. He commended their national contributions and noted that the "We Didn't Forget You" initiative demonstrates the youth's capacity for initiative and giving, despite the challenges posed by the war. Al-Burhan expressed confidence that Sudan is in safe hands as long as it has such energies.
Al-Burhan hailed the Sudanese youth fighting on the front lines alongside the military, as well as those working in sports and social media. He emphasized that all these groups stand united in their commitment to the country. The military leader asserted that Sudan's flag will continue to fly high, and he vowed that his era will be marked by loyalty to the Sudanese people and the martyrs.
The primary goal of the war, according to al-Burhan, is to eliminate the "rebel militia," regardless of the cost. He specifically mentioned the need to cleanse Darfur of these forces. Meanwhile, controversy surrounding al-Burhan's US visa continues, with reports indicating that his passport is currently in Cairo, suggesting that the visa issue remains unresolved.
The Sudanese government's stance on a proposed ceasefire was clarified by Amjad Fadl, a political advisor to al-Burhan. Fadl stated that the government did not reject the ceasefire proposal but expressed reservations about the terms. He cited ongoing violations by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) as a complicating factor in negotiations for a temporary ceasefire.
The US decision to deny al-Burhan a visa has been linked to Sudan's position on a proposed 90-day ceasefire, according to sources. The Sudanese government maintains that it will not engage in negotiations under pressure, while the RSF continues to commit what it describes as "atrocities" against civilians.
Key points
- The Sudanese military leader Abdel Fattah al-Burhan addressed a rally in Khartoum, emphasizing Sudan's strong stance against external pressures.
- Al-Burhan's address comes amid a controversy over his denied US visa application, preventing him from attending the UN General Assembly meetings.
- The Sudanese government maintains that it will not engage in ceasefire negotiations under pressure, citing ongoing RSF violations.
