Sudanese protests calling for the overthrow of autocratic President Omar al-Bashir continues despite president’s ban of unauthorized public gatherings.
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Sudan Jails 8 Anti-Government Protesters Over Banned Rallies
Punishments handed down by emergency courts introduced by al-Bashir to contain rallies demanding an end to his iron-fisted rule has landed 8 in jail.
Protesters Challenge Emergency Measures in Sudan; Police Fire Tear Gas
Protesters rally after President Omar al-Bashir announced new emergency measures in Sudan and Security forces fired tear gas at about 400 protesters.
Sudan Tightens Emergency Rule as Protests Grow
President Omar al-Bashir this week issued four new emergency laws forbidding demonstrations and strikes, as well as imposing new economic restrictions.
New Sudan PM Sworn in as Protesters Rally Against Emergency
Sudan’s Bashir swore in new PM Sunday as demonstrators called on the veteran leader to resign after he imposed a state of emergency across the country.
Sudan Opposition Vows to Press on Against Bashir, Despite ‘Emergency’
Sudan opposition vows to press on against President Omar al-Bashir, despite declaring “state of emergency” in a Friday night speech.
Sudan Declares National Emergency as Protests Continue
Sudan President Omar al-Bashir declared a national emergency for one year, and dissolved local and national governments amid widespread demonstrations.
Sudan Government Arrests Opposition Leaders Ahead of Protest
Sudan arrest more than 10 opposition leaders says an opposition ahead of the latest day of protests urging President Omar al-Bashir to resign.
Sudan Lawmakers Cancel Meeting on Extending Bashir’s Term
Parliamentary committee tasked with amending the constitution to allow President Omar al-Bashir to run for another term has abruptly canceled its meeting.
Fruit Vendor Dies After Tear Gas Fired at Protesters in Sudan
Fruit vendor and resident of Bahari, a northern suburb of Sudanese capital, died in hospital after choking on tear gas fired at protesters in Sudan.