About
Abdel Fattah al-Burhan is a Sudanese military officer who has been the de facto leader of Sudan since 2019. He assumed control of the Transitional Military Council (TMC) following the Sudanese Revolution in April 2019. Al-Burhan later served as chairman of the TMC until the formation of the Transitional Sovereignty Council, where he also initially served as head. His leadership has been marked by navigating the complex political transition in Sudan.
Career Timeline
Leads Transitional Military Council
Assumes control of the TMC following the Sudanese Revolution.
Chairman of Sovereignty Council
Serves as chairman of the Transitional Sovereignty Council.
Navigating Political Transition
Central to Sudan's efforts to establish a stable government amid political upheaval.
Negotiating with Civilian Factions
Involved in complex negotiations with civilian factions, addressing political tensions.
Military Coup
Leads a military coup, further destabilizing the transition to civilian rule and faces international condemnation.
Power Struggle
Engaged in an ongoing power struggle with rival military groups and civilian factions.
De Facto Leader
Remains the de facto leader of Sudan, navigating continued political instability and conflict.
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Last updated: February 23, 2026







