Shifts in Sudan: The Implications for President Mahamat and the RSF

As military dynamics in Sudan favor General Burhan, Chad’s President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno is increasingly supporting the RSF led by Gen Dagalo, backed by the UAE. Supplies to the RSF are entering from Libya, while essential provisions continue to flow from Chad. This situation may escalate political pressures on Mahamat and his allies in Darfur.

The situation in Sudan is becoming increasingly precarious, particularly as military dynamics shift favorably for General Abdel Fattah al Burhan and the Sudan Armed Forces (SAF). President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno of Chad, referred to as ‘Kaka’, is maintaining close ties with the United Arab Emirates by supporting the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) led by General Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo, known as ‘Hemeti’. New military supplies are reportedly being funneled to the RSF via southern Libya, whereas essential provisions such as fuel, food, and some ammunition are still being sourced from Chad. As these developments unfold, political pressure on Mahamat and his allies is anticipated to intensify both domestically and within the Darfur region.

In conclusion, the shifting military alliances in Sudan are posing significant challenges for President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno. His support for the RSF, bolstered by backing from the UAE, may, however, lead to increased political pressure against him. The trajectory of military support and resources, particularly from Libya and Chad, will be crucial in determining the stability of Mahamat’s regime and the broader geopolitical landscape in the region.

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