SUDAN ’s PRESIDENTIAL COUNCIL CALLS FOR UNITY, PEACE AND RESISTANCE IN EID ADDRESS AMID ONGOING WAR.
BY NJOKI KARANJA
March 20, 2026.
The Presidential Council of the “Government of Peace” has issued a strongly worded Eid al-Fitr message, extending greetings to Sudanese citizens at home and abroad while reaffirming its commitment to continue fighting what it described as الإرهاب (terrorism) and rebuilding a new Sudan founded on democracy, justice, and equality.
In the خطاب (address), the Council’s President congratulated the Sudanese people, members of the Sudan Founding Alliance Forces, and families of those killed, injured, or missing in the conflict. He expressed hope that the religious holiday would mark a turning point toward peace, security, and national unity after prolonged suffering caused by الحرب (war).
The statement sharply blamed the ongoing conflict on the Muslim Brotherhood and its العسكري arm, accusing the group of plunging the country into violence, displacement, hunger, and destruction. Despite the الأزمة (crisis), the Council emphasized that Sudanese resilience remains unbroken and that victory over what it termed “forces of darkness” is inevitable.
Paying tribute to fighters aligned with the alliance, the President praised their sacrifices in what he framed as a battle to reclaim the state from extremism and rebuild it on new foundations. He also pledged continued support for families of victims, stressing that their sacrifices would not be forgotten.
The Council reaffirmed that the struggle for national liberation would persist until what it called “religious extremism” is eradicated and a new civilian, democratic state is established—one grounded in the rule of law, human rights, and equal citizenship. It described the conflict as an existential battle over Sudan’s future rather than a struggle for political power.
Addressing displaced populations and refugees, the الحكومة (government) acknowledged their suffering and promised to prioritize their safe and dignified return. It also committed to restoring basic services—including food, healthcare, water, and education—despite ongoing challenges posed by the war.
Beyond the immediate conflict, the Presidential Council outlined a broader vision to resolve Sudan’s historical crises by addressing governance, justice, wealth distribution, and institutional reform. It called for rebuilding state institutions on professional and national foundations while ensuring accountability, transparency, and regional equity.
The Council also reiterated its approval of a credible humanitarian ceasefire aimed at facilitating aid delivery and protecting civilians. It urged the United States and “Quartet countries” to support and enforce such a truce, ensuring it is not exploited for political or military gain.
In a notable diplomatic stance, the statement welcomed a recent U.S. decision to designate the Muslim Brotherhood in Sudan as a terrorist organization, describing it as a خطوة (step) in the right direction. It called for further international measures to dismantle the group’s networks and prevent its return to power.
Additionally, the Council condemned attacks attributed to Iran on Gulf nations, including the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, and Jordan, expressing solidarity with those countries and urging peaceful solutions to regional tensions.
Concluding the message, the Presidential Council framed Eid al-Fitr as a symbol of hope and renewal, asserting that the الحرب (war) would not define Sudan’s future. It pledged unwavering commitment to achieving victory, peace, and the establishment of a unified, secular, and democratic Sudan.
“Let this Eid be a moment to renew our عهد (pledge) to الوطن (the nation), the martyrs, and the future,” the statement read, expressing confidence that Sudan will ultimately rise from conflict into stability and freedom.