A senior police officer said that the country’s deposed leader had admitted to receiving the money.
Author: DECLAN WALSH
Blackface, Staple of Arab Comedy, Faces Surge of Criticism
The racist comedy trope, unacceptable in the West, is alive and well in mainstream Arab media.
Sudan Erupts in Joyful Celebration After Power-Sharing Deal Signed
The deal signals an end to eight months of popular protests, the ouster of a dictator and a bloody military-led crackdown.
Military and Civilian Leaders in Sudan Inch Forward With Political Deal
The power-sharing agreement is another step on the country’s fraught transition to democracy. But key details have yet to be worked out.
In Sudan, a Secret Meeting and Public Rage Propelled a Power-Sharing Deal
Just a month ago, Sudan’s protest movement appeared crippled. What led the military to suddenly agree to share power? Back-room negotiations, raw street power and a diplomatic shift by Saudi Arabia.
Sudan Power-Sharing Deal Reached by Military and Civilian Leaders
The agreement promises an end to the standoff that has paralyzed the African country since the ouster of President Omar Hassan al-Bashir in April.
Airstrike Kills Dozens of Migrants at Detention Center in Tripoli
The bomb ripped through a hangar packed with African migrants hoping to reach Europe. A spokesman for Gen. Khalifa Hifter denied responsibility.
United Arab Emirates Denies Sending American Missiles to Libya
The denial came after a Democratic senator warned that the United States could halt arms sales to the United Arab Emirates if the law was broken.
Bouncing Back From Crackdown, Protesters Surge Through Sudan’s Streets
Despite an internet ban and threats of violence, protesters massed in a quest for civilian rule, regaining momentum after scores of deaths.
Egypt Quietly Buries Former President Morsi, Muting Coverage of Death
The country’s first democratically elected president, Mohamed Morsi, was buried at dawn in a furtive and closely guarded ceremony. Reporters were barred.