Gen. Abdel-Fattah Burhan, leader of the Sudanese Armed Forces and affiliated with the Muslim Brotherhood, has publicly criticized former U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent ceasefire proposal for Sudan. Burhan described the plan as “the worst one yet,” signaling his disapproval of the initiative amid ongoing conflicts in the region. The statement reflects the complex dynamics of Sudan’s internal power struggles and the international community’s efforts to broker peace.
The ceasefire plan put forward by Trump aimed to temporarily halt hostilities and facilitate humanitarian aid in Sudan, a country grappling with prolonged violence and instability. However, Burhan’s rejection underscores differing perspectives within Sudanese leadership, with some factions viewing external proposals as insufficient or misaligned with their strategic interests.
Additionally, reports suggest that Trump’s decision to designate the Muslim Brotherhood on a terror list has not garnered favor from Burhan. As a member of the Muslim Brotherhood-linked military leadership, Burhan’s stance indicates potential tensions with U.S. policies aimed at limiting the organization’s influence. The disagreement highlights the broader geopolitical complexities involving Sudan’s internal factions and their external relations.