The legal advisor to the commander of Sudan’s Rapid Support Forces (RSF), Mohamed Al-Mukhtar Al-Nour, has emphasized the need to strengthen air defense capabilities in response to attacks targeting civilians by General al-Burhan’s (SAF) warplanes.
Al-nour stated that a key objective of forming the proposed “Government of Peace and Unity” is to ensure civilian safety and protection from aerial threats.
In an interview with Erm News, Al-Nour said that RSF forces have successfully downed several SAF warplanes targeting cities across Sudan using advanced air defense systems. He added that RSF operations have pushed back military aircraft responsible for civilian casualties and infrastructure destruction, particularly in Nyala, the capital of South Darfur, and other areas, including Khartoum.
“Our goal is to expand protection across all controlled territories to safeguard Sudanese civilians from ongoing airstrikes since the beginning of the conflict,” he said.
The Founding Sudan Coalition
Discussing the formation of the Founding Sudan Coalition (Tasis), Al-Nour described it as both a political and military alliance that includes armed movements such as the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement-North (SPLM-N) under Abdelaziz al-Hilu, as well as RSF and the Revolutionary Front. He stated that the coalition would establish a unified command structure responsible for civilian protection, securing humanitarian aid, and expanding military operations to reclaim contested territories.
Regarding the anticipated Government of Peace and Unity, Al-Nour expressed confidence that the administration would gain popular recognition. “We are not concerned with international objections to this government. When SAF leader Abdel Fattah al-Burhan staged his coup on October 25, 2021, he neither consulted nor secured international recognition. To this day, he remains isolated, with the African Union and international bodies refusing to legitimize his rule.”
“We Do Not Seek to Divide Sudan”
Al-Nour dismissed concerns that the RSF-led coalition aims to partition the country, insisting that their efforts are focused on national unity. He accused Burhan’s government of enacting divisive policies, including currency changes, regionalized school examinations, and identity restrictions that deny citizens access to official documents such as passports and national IDs.
“Our government will work to restore these rights in RSF-controlled areas and ensure equal treatment for all Sudanese. Our mission is to alleviate suffering and pressure the other side to make concessions for Sudan’s unity,” he asserted.
Plans for a New Sudanese Army
Al-Nour outlined plans for a new national military, stating that RSF, SPLM-N, and other armed groups would form the foundation of Sudan’s future army as stipulated in the transitional constitution. He emphasized that the military’s structure would reflect the country’s diverse demographics, ensuring regional representation and fostering a professional, unified force dedicated to national defense.
While no official date has been set for the government’s formation, he confirmed that consultations are underway, and Khartoum, still largely under RSF control, is the likely capital for the new administration.
