However, Gen. Burhan did not anticipate the country-wide popular protests led by civil society organisations whose agitations had brought about the transition arrangements of 2019. The 14-point deal commits Gen. Burhan to the transition arrangements of 2019 and the release of all political prisoners. With Gen. Burhan and Gen. Dagalo still controlling the Sovereignty Council, these fears are well-founded. In Sudan, both Gen. Burhan and his deputy, Gen. Dagalo, have been close to the UAE and Saudi Arabia for some years. Gen. Burhan provided Sudanese troops as part of the Saudi-led coalition in Yemen and ensured they were not withdrawn later despite Mr. Hamdok’s wishes.

Source: The North Africa Journal November 24, 2021 02:47 UTC