Sudanese Sovereignty Council Chairman and Army Chief Abdel Fattah Al-Burhan announced plans to form a national technocratic cabinet, which he described as either a “caretaker government” or a “war government.”
Its primary goals will be to complete the transitional period and support the military in clearing the country of rebels, he said.
Speaking at a political leaders’ meeting in Port Sudan, Al-Burhan emphasized that a Prime Minister will be appointed to lead the executive branch without outside interference. He urged the attending political forces to contribute to the continuation of the transition process and praised those who supported the armed forces in what he called the “Battle of Dignity.”
Al-Burhan issued a stern warning to the dissolved National Congress Party (NCP)—the ruling party under Omar Al-Bashir—urging it to avoid political maneuvering. He stated that if the party wants to govern again, it must compete democratically like any other political force.
He reiterated that negotiations with the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) will only be possible if they surrender their weapons and withdraw from civilian homes and public institutions.
During the meeting in Port Sudan, the country’s temporary administrative capital, Al-Burhan revealed that a Ramadan ceasefire proposal was made to allow humanitarian aid into El Fasher, North Darfur. However, he rejected the idea, stating: “We will not accept a ceasefire while the terrorist RSF militia continues its siege on the city.”
He insisted that any ceasefire must include the RSF’s withdrawal from Khartoum, Darfur, and West Kordofan, with their forces regrouping in designated areas.
Al-Burhan assured that the door remains open for those who take a patriotic stance and distanced themselves from the rebels. He directed passport authorities to ensure all Sudanese citizens can obtain travel documents and identification papers.
Sources told Asharq Al-Awsat that Al-Burhan is considering granting amnesty to rebels who surrender their weapons and to politicians willing to engage in a national reconciliation project.
