ANKARA, Turkey — Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan held a telephone call Tuesday with Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, head of Sudan’s Transitional Sovereign Council, to discuss bilateral relations and the latest security developments in Sudan, according to Ankara’s communications directorate.
In a statement posted on X, Turkey’s Directorate of Communications said the two leaders exchanged views on the situation in Sudan as well as broader issues shaping ties between the countries. The readout did not specify the duration of the call or further details of the agenda.
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Erdogan emphasized that Turkey “attaches importance to Sudan’s territorial integrity and political unity,” the statement said, underscoring Ankara’s preference for a unified state structure in Khartoum. He also noted that Turkey is closely following efforts by Sudanese forces to maintain security in the country.
The Turkish leader added that Turkey’s support and humanitarian assistance to Sudan would continue, signaling that Ankara intends to sustain aid deliveries and other forms of assistance amid ongoing instability. No figures or timelines were provided.
The call highlights Ankara’s continued engagement with Sudan’s authorities during a period of acute insecurity and political strain. The Transitional Sovereign Council, led by al-Burhan, remains the formal governing body as the country navigates a fraught transition marked by violence, breakdowns in basic services and mounting humanitarian needs.
While the presidency’s statement framed the conversation around safeguarding Sudan’s unity and stability, it did not reference any new mediation initiatives, cease-fire proposals or security arrangements. The readout also did not include remarks from al-Burhan’s office or details on next steps agreed by the two sides.
Turkey has long positioned itself as a partner to states across Africa, frequently coupling security dialogue with humanitarian outreach. In its engagement with Sudan, Ankara has repeatedly stressed non-interference and respect for sovereignty — themes reiterated in Tuesday’s statement through the emphasis on territorial integrity and political cohesion.
Humanitarian conditions in Sudan remain fragile, and the reiteration of continued Turkish aid suggests Ankara aims to keep channels open for relief and logistical support. The statement did not elaborate on specific sectors, but references to “support and humanitarian assistance” typically encompass food, medical supplies and emergency relief, often delivered in coordination with international partners.
The conversation between Erdogan and al-Burhan adds to a steady cadence of diplomatic contacts focused on preventing further deterioration and shoring up state institutions. As with many international readouts, Ankara’s summary was concise, pointing to general principles and ongoing attention rather than concrete policy announcements.
The Directorate of Communications did not indicate whether additional communications or follow-up meetings are planned. There was no immediate comment from Sudan’s Transitional Sovereign Council separate from the Turkish account of the call.
By Ali Musa
Axadle Times international–Monitoring.
