Archive · 25 Jul 2025
Sudan's Islamists Seek Post-War Return by Supporting Army
In Sudan, a war is happening between the army and another group called the RSF.
Some people who used to be in charge before, called Islamists, are helping the army.
They want to get back in power after the war.
The army is winning some battles, thanks to the help of these Islamists.
These Islamists are supporting the army's efforts by providing fighters and training.
The old leaders believe the army should stay involved in politics, even after the war.
However, the RSF are also against the Islamists which makes things complicated.
Some countries might not like the Islamists getting more powerful.
Islamist factions in Sudan aim for a political comeback after supporting the army in the ongoing war.
The army has made advances, supported by Islamist operatives, potentially extending army rule.
Former NCP leader Ahmed Haroun foresees a hybrid government with army control and civilian elections.
Islamist groups provided fighters and training to the army, with potential for increased influence.
The resurgence of Islamist factions could complicate Sudan's relationships with regional players.
- Who
- Former ruling National Congress Party (NCP) and Islamist movement.
- What
- Islamist groups are seeking a political comeback by supporting the army in Sudan's ongoing war.
- When
- The Islamist resurgence began before the war in April 2023 and has continued during the conflict.
- Where
- Sudan
- Why
- To regain political power after the war.
Army & Islamists
RSF
War Involvement
Army & Islamists
Army is not coordinating with any political party.
RSF
RSF believes that the Islamists are the ones who set off this war in order to return to power once again, and they are the ones managing this war.
Relationship Status
Army & Islamists
The army seeks financial, and bureaucratic support from the Islamist network
RSF
The RSF are suspicious of the Islamists
Foreign Alliances
Army & Islamists
The groups have access to light arms, artillery, and drones under army orders.
RSF
The RSF and some western powers have a strained relationship with these Islamists
- Conflict
- Sudan War
- Key Groups
- Army, RSF, NCP, Islamist Movement
- NCP Leader
- Ahmed Haroun
- Army's Goal
- Extend control with Islamist support
- RSF Stance
- Accuses Islamists of initiating the war