Khartoum, April 2, 2026 (SUNA) – The President of the Transitional Sovereignty Council (TSC) and Commander-in-Chief of the Sudanese Armed Forces, Abdel Fattah Al-Burhan, has commended the pioneering role of artists, creatives, dramatists, and journalists in supporting the “Battle of Dignity,” affirming that art and the written word constitute an essential front in defending the state. He made the remarks while addressing the “Engagement with Creatives” program, held Thursday evening as part of efforts to address the impact of the war, at the International Space for Culture and Media Center, in the presence of Director of the General Intelligence Service, General Ahmed Ibrahim Mufaddal, and Director General of the Defense Industries System, General Mirghani Idris. Al-Burhan called on all creatives to assume their national responsibility during the current phase by promoting a culture of peace and working to reject regionalism and racism. He stated that the “Battle of Dignity” has demonstrated the unity and cohesion of the Sudanese people in support of the armed forces, adding: “Soon, the entire territory of Sudan will be liberated. We seek a future in which no one bears arms; instead, we must resolve our issues internally. Sudan is rich in its people, heritage, and culture.”The TSC President expressed appreciation for the positive stance of the Sudanese people and their support for the armed forces, reaffirming his commitment to supporting and nurturing creatives. He also pledged to provide the necessary backing for the establishment and development of artistic and cultural institutions as centers of awareness and nation-building. He urged journalists to rise above peripheral disputes and focus on national priorities, stressing the importance of accuracy and cautioning against the dissemination of unverified information, while encouraging reliance on official and credible sources. Al-Burhan underscored the pivotal role of the press in raising awareness and combating hate speech and regional divisions. He concluded by noting that Sudan is facing challenging circumstances as hostile actors seek to undermine the country’s unity and cohesion, expressing confidence that the Sudanese people’s awareness of these risks will thwart plots aimed at destabilizing the country and undermining its unity, stability, and sovereignty.BH/BH