Thousands of Sudanese turned to the streets wednesday in new demonstrations against a military coup that occurred in October.
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Sudan Dismantles Barricades Set Up By Pro-Democracy Protesters
The protesters who have been fighting tirelessly for democracy wanted to recreate the two days of barricading in Khartoum last week.
Sudan’s Fate In The Balance As Democratic Transition Stalls
The demo-optimism that followed the removal of Omar al-Bashir following the Sudanese people’s 2019 revolution hangs on a balance.
Sudanese Take To The Streets In Latest Anti-Coup Protests
Thousands of protesters took to the streets of Sudan’s capital and other cities across the country Sunday to again ask the junta to leave.
Thousands Protest In Sudan Against Military Rule
Three were killed Monday when Sudanese security forces fired live rounds during protests against military rule by tens of thousands.
Video: The Brief Dream Of Democracy in Sudan
The coup in Sudan has prompted fresh fears about the country’s future as even old conflicts, such as in Darfur Province, are resurfacing.
Medics: Sudan Security Forces Kill 7 Protesters in Anti-coup Rallies
Sudanese forces killed seven anti-coup protesters Monday in one of the deadliest days of recent rallies against a military takeover.
The Uncertain Fight For Sudan’s Democracy
The fight for Sudan’s democracy remains uncertain. The army did not remove Omar al-Bashir for altruistic reasons but to keep power.
Sudan PM’s Resignation Leaves Military In Full Command
The resignation of Sudan’s prime minister threatens a return to the repressive policies of the Omar al-Bashir, analysts say.
TV Journalists Freed In Sudan After Mass Street Protests
Sudanese authorities disrupted phone lines and the internet, as well as the media, including Al-Arabiya, a satellite channel.