Analysis of the Shifting Military Dynamics in Sudan and Chad

The article discusses the shifting military dynamics in Sudan, where the SAF, led by General al Burhan, gains strength over President Mahamat. These changes are compounded by Mahamat’s support for the RSF, influenced by UAE relations. Shifting supply routes indicate a complex interplay of regional politics affecting Chad and Sudan.

Current developments in Sudan indicate a significant shift in military dynamics, favoring the Sudan Armed Forces (SAF) under General Abdel Fattah al Burhan. In this context, Chad’s President Mahamat Idriss Déby Itno, known as ‘Kaka’, appears to be aligning more closely with the United Arab Emirates, offering support to the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) led by General Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo, known as ‘Hemeti’. Notably, military supplies for the RSF are now funneled through southern Libya rather than from eastern Chad, although essential resources like fuel, food, and limited ammunition continue to be sourced from Chad.

The situation in Sudan is evolving rapidly, with President Mahamat struggling to maintain his influence amid the SAF’s growing power. His reliance on UAE support and the shifting supply routes for RSF show the complexities of regional dynamics. Moving forward, it will be crucial for Mahamat and his allies to navigate this precarious political landscape to avoid further destabilization.

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