Sudan’s Democratic Block seeks to form transitional legislative council
February 6 2026 (KHARTOUM) – Sudan’s Democratic Block alliance met in Khartoum on Thursday for the first time since the outbreak of war to form committees to engage with political forces on creating a transitional legislative council.
The alliance includes political groups such as the Democratic Unionist Party-Original, led by Jafar al-Mirghani, the Sudan Liberation Movement, led by Minni Arko Minawi, and the Justice and Equality Movement, led by Gibril Ibrahim.
Minni Arko Minawi told reporters in the capital that the alliance held its first meeting to discuss the formation of the transitional legislative council. He described the move as a pivotal step toward completing the transitional structures and consolidating the civilian democratic transition.
The alliance announced the formation of two committees. One, headed by Mubarak Ardol, is tasked with developing a vision for the council based on geographical constituencies while accounting for the effects of the war, including displacement and migration. The second committee will engage with political and social forces to ensure the council represents all segments of the Sudanese people across all regions.
Spokespersons for the Democratic Block expressed support for a roadmap to end the military and political presence of the Rapid Support Forces (RSF). They called for an end to foreign interference in Sudan and outlined ways to bridge gaps with other political groups, enabling the government to carry out oversight and legislative duties.
The alliance called for a comprehensive national dialogue and stressed the importance of building consensus on issues of national interest to face internal challenges and regional threats.
The meeting praised the role of friendly countries and international organizations in supporting the humanitarian response, particularly in food and medicine for refugees and displaced persons. However, the Democratic Block called for increased international support and assistance to combat terrorism and enhance the stability of the Sudanese state.
The alliance insisted that any regional or international initiatives to end the war must adhere to the United Nations Charter and respect Sudan’s unity and sovereignty. The group expressed readiness to cooperate with the UN, the African Union, the Arab League, the United States, and Saudi Arabia, provided that the RSF’s presence is guaranteed.