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The power struggle in Sudan, which initially led to the outbreak of the war, is now only one of the reasons.

Burhan has in the past accused President Ruto of siding with Hemedti, claims the Kenyan Head of State denied.

Igad now supports Jeddah Process, having been made a participant.

Burhan travelled to Djibouti to gather with leaders or their representatives from Igad member states.

The bloc is set to discuss humanitarian situation in Sudan, where some five million people have been displaced and more than 7,500 killed.

The trips mean Burhan has, at least in public, repaired relations which looked broken and confirm that he is still the de facto leader in Sudan.

After dazzling UN, Burhan is now under pressure to address rights abuses, provide clear timetables for truce and when army will retreat.

Burhan has been tactical, avoiding those who don’t want to legitimise his junta by equating him to his rival Daglo.

Ruto’s year in office has seen him display loyalty to his friends at home and abroad alike, even though it has stirred controversy in some quarters.

In South Sudan, Gen Burhan reminded the region that Juba is the preferred mediator in the conflict.