Al-Burhan: December Youth Are Capable of Uprooting the Militia

Head of the Sudanese Transitional Sovereignty Council and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, Lieutenant General Abdul Fattah al-Burhan, greeted the people of Omdurman, both young and old, acknowledging their role in all the national epics the nation has witnessed.

During his participation today in the National Day celebrations commemorating the liberation of Omdurman, organized by the people of Old Omdurman under the slogan “From History We Draw Strength, and with Hope We Build the Future,” he stated that the liberation of Khartoum from the stain of rebellion began in Omdurman. He explained that just as the Mahdist Revolution was launched from Omdurman, the liberation of Khartoum from the terrorist Dagalo militia began in the Wadi Sayyidna military area of ​​Omdurman.

Lieutenant General al-Burhan offered his condolences to the families of the martyrs of Old Omdurman who sacrificed their lives for the people of Sudan, vowing that their blood would not be shed in vain.

He pointed to the swift response of the people of Omdurman to the call for mobilization, noting their role in providing support and assistance to citizens who remained in the city throughout the war. He also praised their extensive experience in establishing soup kitchens (takaya) that aided citizens.

He called for drawing inspiration from the values ​​and sacrifices made by the youth of Sudan in general, and the youth of Omdurman in particular, stating that the youth who brought about change in December 2019 are capable of uprooting the militias and restoring security and stability to the Sudanese people.

He addressed those who exploit the Sudanese people and abuse them, stating that they have no place among them. He added, “We are with our people; we live and die with them,” reiterating his assertion that there will be no truce with the rebel militias while they occupy cities and regions and commit violations against citizens.

He stated that Sudan would not accept any role for the UAE as a mediator, given its support for the rebellion. He added, “We will not accept any ceasefire unless the militia withdraws from the areas it occupies and is then regrouped in designated areas.”

He said that any truce that does not include such conditions will not be accepted by the Sudanese people. He continued, “We want to build Sudan on genuine peace and on solid ground.”

He addressed the opposition abroad, saying, “You are not enemies of the Sudanese people, and we welcome anyone who has not harmed or incited against the state and the nation at any time.”

He confirmed that arrangements are underway to complete the transition and form the Legislative Council, explaining that this council will include significant representation for youth, resistance committees, and the forces that stood firm against the rebel militia. He added that youth participation in building peace and the future is essential.