Year: 2021

The civilian political forces of Eastern Sudan issued a statement today denouncing the military coup as “an attempt to commit national suicide” and “a violation of the law”, calling on the public “in the East and throughout the country to engage in civil disobedience and demonstrate by all legitimate means until the surrender of the …

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The international community has set in motion several initiatives for mediation between the civilian transitional partners behind Prime Minister Abdallah Hamdok, and the leaders of the military coup led by Gen Abdelfattah El Burhan, former chairman of Sudan’s Sovereignty Council, that seized power on October 25, to address the current political crisis in Sudan.

The ‘QUAD’ for Sudan, namely Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, the USA, and the United Kingdom, issued a joint statement today to affirm their countries’ stance with the people of Sudan and emphasise the importance of supporting their aspirations for a democratic and peaceful nation. They join a chorus of international support for restoration …

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At least six villagers were killed and others went missing in attacks by gunmen on villages and farms in North Darfur over the weekend. The violence reportedly increased since the military coup of October 25. Speaking to Radio Dabanga, a listener reported that five farmers were killed in an attack launched by gunmen riding on …

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A cautious calm descended on the Sudanese capital Khartoum on Sunday, after the massive October 30 Marches of Millions in which an unprecedented number of people participated. Government institutions, banks, shops, schools, and universities continued to be closed for the seventh day yesterday in protest against the military coup.