Divisions are emerging within Sudan’s military-aligned coalition as disagreements grow over relations with Iran and the role of Islamist groups, according to reports published on April 2026.
Sources cited by Middle East Eye said factions within the coalition are split over whether to strengthen ties with Iran, with some viewing cooperation as strategically beneficial, while others remain wary of regional implications.
Tensions have also surfaced over the influence of the Muslim Brotherhood, with certain groups opposing any alignment with Islamist movements, while others support broader political inclusion. These disagreements reflect deeper fractures within Sudan’s power structure following ongoing conflict and instability.
Analysts warn that the internal divisions could weaken cohesion within the coalition and complicate efforts to stabilise the country, as competing interests shape Sudan’s political and military direction.
