A prominent pro-war social media account has sharply escalated its criticism of Sudan’s military leadership, accusing top commanders of “espionage” and strategic failures that it says have weakened the country’s position both militarily and politically.
The account, known as “Al-Ansarafi,” had long been aligned with pro-SAF narratives but has now turned against Abdel Fattah al-Burhan and members of the military high command. It alleged that the leadership committed major miscalculations during the war, undermining Sudan’s standing amid recent regional developments.
In its posts, the account claimed that the SAF relied on fighters from Ethiopia’s Tigray region in its war against the Rapid Support Forces (RSF). It argued that this move placed Khartoum in a highly sensitive position vis-à-vis Addis Ababa, suggesting the military would struggle to respond effectively to what it described as potential Ethiopian “aggression.”
The accusations come as tensions between Sudan and Ethiopia intensify, with both sides exchanging unprecedented allegations of backing rival armed groups.
Khartoum has accused Addis Ababa of involvement in drone attacks targeting military positions and key infrastructure inside Sudan. Ethiopia has denied the claims and, in turn, accused Sudan of hosting and supporting Ethiopian opposition armed groups.
The dispute has also brought renewed scrutiny to the complex relationship between Sudan’s military and various Ethiopian factions, particularly amid recurring reports of Tigrayan fighter activity along the eastern border.
Analysts warn that the escalating rhetoric and cross-border accusations risk turning Sudan’s conflict into a broader regional confrontation, where military and political calculations between Khartoum and Addis Ababa increasingly overlap.
