Burhan’s Cooperation with Iran: A Threat to Regional and International Security

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In a surprising development, Western intelligence sources and Sudanese officials familiar with the situation have revealed alarming details regarding the publicized visit of Sudan’s Finance Minister, Jibril Ibrahim, to Iran on November 6, 2024.

• Sudan and Iran… Why is al-Burhan establishing relations with an isolated state? 

• Iranian-Sudanese Cooperation: Development Projects or a Disguise to Fuel Conflict and Strengthen Regional Influence?

The visit, directly commissioned by Sudanese army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, included a secret meeting with Iran’s Quds Force commander, Esmail Qaani. According to these sources, strategic agreements were reached that pose a direct threat to the stability of Africa, the Arab region, and the Middle East, and have significant implications for U.S. and European national security. These revelations, confirmed by regional diplomatic and intelligence sources, intensify concerns about the deepening ties between Khartoum and Tehran.

The secret meeting between Jibril Ibrahim and Iranian leaders resulted in several dangerous agreements, as disclosed by these sources:

• Reasons Behind the Sudan-Iran Rapprochement and the Connection to the Muslim Brotherhood

• Implications and Dimensions of Iranian Support in Sudan

1. Expanded Military Support: The sources confirm that Iran will continue to support the Port Sudan government with weapons and military training, increasing the number of trainees from the “Axis of Resistance” in Sudan. This strengthens the Sudanese military and opens the door for greater Iranian influence in the region.
2. Intensified Logistical Support: Iran will provide fuel and medicine to the Port Sudan government, in addition to treating the wounded. This logistical support underscores Iran’s commitment to reinforcing its presence in Sudan and

supporting Burhan’s government in facing both internal and external challenges.

• Iranian-Sudanese Cooperation and Its Impact on the Country’s Stability

• Leaks: Arrival of an Iranian Delegation to Train the Sudanese Army and General Intelligence on Drone Use and Jamming Devices

1. Iranian Cultural Expansion: Sudan has agreed to open Iranian cultural centers, paving the way for the spread of Shia ideology in the country, which poses a threat to Sudan’s traditional religious makeup.
2. Facilitating Financial Transfers: Iran will establish a branch of an Iranian bank in Sudan to facilitate financial and economic support between the two countries, providing a direct channel for Iran to finance its activities in Sudan.
3. Iran’s Control Over the Red Sea: Sudan will grant Iran oversight of several islands in the Red Sea, enabling Iran to monitor ships and smuggle weapons and sensitive materials, raising concerns about the security of international trade routes.
4. Mining Licenses for Iranian Companies: Sudan will grant licenses to Iranian companies to operate in the mining sector, allowing Tehran to exploit Sudan’s natural resources to serve its regional interests.
   
5. Direct Air Connectivity: Direct flights will be established between Port Sudan and Tehran, facilitating the movement of people and goods between the two countries, further strengthening their military and economic ties.

• Al-Burhan is driving Sudan to become a stage for Iranian and Brotherhood influence

• Sudan: Arena of Iranian and Brotherhood Influence

Former officials from the CIA, who requested anonymity during our communication with them, warned that the growing relationship between Khartoum and Tehran poses a direct threat to U.S. and international security. The Red Sea is a vital artery for global trade and energy, and Iran’s presence in this area enhances its ability to threaten American and Western interests, especially with U.S. military bases nearby.

 

Moreover, Iran’s increased military support for Sudan raises concerns about the potential for instability to spread across Africa, as this could escalate armed conflicts in Sudan and expand Iran’s influence in neighboring regions like Chad and South Sudan.

• From Iraq and Lebanon to Yemen and then Sudan… Al-Burhan Tilts Iran Militias in Africa

• From Iraq and Lebanon to Yemen and then Sudan, Iran is pressuring al-Burhan to establish a naval base on the Red Sea coast.

Iran’s cultural influence could also deepen internal divisions in Sudan, increasing sectarian tensions.

The growing cooperation between Sudan and Iran offers Tehran a strategic foothold on the Red Sea, boosting its ability to monitor maritime activities and smuggle weapons to its regional allies, such as the Houthis and Hezbollah. This scenario poses a direct threat to U.S. allies in the Middle East, particularly Saudi Arabia and Israel, and endangers the security of international shipping routes.

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