Sudan's Chairman of the Transitional Sovereignty Council, General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, extended his gratitude to Russia and President Vladimir Putin for their support following a UN Security Council resolution vote.
In a message conveyed through Russian Ambassador Andrei Chernovol, Al-Burhan expressed Sudan's appreciation for Russia's stance. “The Sudanese government and people are deeply grateful to President Putin for his steadfast support of Sudan during these challenging times,” he stated. The message underscored the strengthening of bilateral relations and emphasized prospects for enhanced cooperation between the two nations.
Al-Burhan specifically praised Russia's veto in the UN Security Council against a resolution concerning Sudan, describing it as a “noble position” that would reinforce ties and foster broader collaboration. “Russia’s principled stance has shown the world that fairness and respect for sovereignty still matter,” he declared.
Earlier, in Port Sudan, where Russia's embassy is temporarily based, a demonstration was held in support of Russia. Ambassador Chernovol shared that demonstrators carried Russian flags and banners in Russian, English, and Arabic, proclaiming, “We are grateful to Russia.”
Sudanese citizens appreciated Russia's opposition to a resolution proposed by the UK and Sierra Leone, which sought intervention in Sudan's domestic affairs under the pretext of addressing the ongoing conflict. While the resolution was framed as a measure to protect civilians and uphold international humanitarian law, critics, including Sudan and Russia, viewed it as an attempt to impose external control and manipulate Sudan's political landscape.
The crisis in Sudan, which escalated in April 2023, stems from a power struggle between Al-Burhan, who supports the formation of unified armed forces under military leadership, and Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo, head of the Rapid Support Forces, who advocates for civilian control of the military.
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Based on materials from TASS