After 30 years in power, Sudanese President Omar al-Bashir was arrested and deposed by military, following nearly four months of protests against his rule.
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Indonesia’s Jokowi Favored for Re-election
President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo, facing Gen. Prabowo Subianto in a rematch, is widely expected to win a second term when Indonesians go to the polls.
Ukrainian President Arrives for Debate In Kyiv, Challenger Doesn’t
Ukrainian President Petro arrived at Olimpiyskiy Stadium in Kyiv for a presidential election debate even when it was agreed to be done five days later.
Kim Jong Un Consolidates Power and Shuffles Leadership
In a biggest leadership shake-ups in years, North Korea named a new nominal head of state and a new premier, and gave leader Kim Jong Un a new title.
Al-Bashir Opponents Now Denounce Military Government
Friday, a day after Omar al-Bashir was ousted, people took to the street denouncing army’s plan to lead untill the country decides to take a new election.
What’s Next for Sudan After Bashir’s Fall?
Sudan’s Omar al-Bashir finally and government control now in hands of military but demonstrators are pushing for quick handover of power to civilians.
Islam Underlines Indonesian Election But that Doesn’t Make it a Threat
Former Gen. Prabowo Subianto backed by firebrand Islamic clerics and nationalists face stiff competition with incumbent President of Indonesia, Joko Widodo.
Egypt Passes Law To Allow al-Sisi To Remain President Until 2030
The changes lengthen presidential terms to six years instead of four, including Sisi’s current mandate. They also increase his control over the judiciary.
NRA Has History of Advising Gun-Rights Groups Outside US
NRA representatives recent meeting with Australian politicians to discuss talking points after mass shooting generated outrage from various politicians.
Tibet Dissident’s Long Jail Sentence Called ‘State Secret’
Chinese authorities are refusing to discuss the sentencing of a dissident who stands to become the longest-serving Tibetan political prisoner.