Sudanese security forces halted a protest by journalists in Khartoum over authorities’ decision to shut down the local office of Al-Jazeera television.
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Sudan’s Ruling Military Leaders Call for Elections Within 9 Months
Sudan’s ruling military council says it is canceling its previous agreement with civilian protesters following Monday’s attack by security forces.
Blocked Arrest of Ex-Sudanese Official Stirs Concern
Sudan’s public prosecutors have called for the dismissal of the director of the National Intelligence and Security Service after agents .
Actress Priyanka Chopra Promotes Refugee Education on Ethiopia Visit
Chopra is a goodwill ambassador for the UN children’s agency. She spoke with Associated Press after visiting a school for refugees from neighboring Sudan.
Sudan Military, Opposition Resume Talks After Street Violence
Sudan’s ruling military council said it has started talks with protesters and opposition groups that is pushing for a civilian-led transition to democracy.
General Says That ‘Real Democracy’ is the Goal in Sudan
The deputy leader of Sudan’s military council voiced his enthusiasm for democratic elections in front of an audience of tribal leaders and senior diplomats.
Sudanese Protesters Divided Over Barricade Removal Order
Arguments and physical tussles broke out among Sudanese protesters over the positioning of barricades surrounding a sit-in in the capital Khartoum.
Sudan’s Omar al-Bashir Must Face Justice For Recent And Past Crimes
Following the announcement by Sudan’s Public Prosecutor that he will charge former president Omar al-Bashir with the recent killing of protestors.
Sudan’s Last Democratically-Elected Leader Retiring From Politics
Sadiq al-Mahdi’s political career is one of the longest in modern Sudanese history, including two stints as prime minister.
Hope, Skepticism as Sudan’s Military and Opposition Reach Deal
Sudan’s protest leaders and the Transitional Military Council have agreed on the main structure of a transitional government.