The American envoy, Jeffrey Feltman, was given assurances that seemed to head off a military takeover. Hours later, Lt. Gen. Abdel Fattah al-Burhan made his move.
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Sudan’s Prime Minister Was Detained at Home of General Who Led Coup
Protesters demanding civilian rule flooded the streets of major cities a day after a military takeover. Many offices and businesses shut, answering a call for civil disobediences.
Sudan’s Detained Prime Minister Being Held at Home of General Who Led Coup
Protesters demanding a return to civilian rule flooded into the streets of major cities again on Tuesday. Many schools, banks and shops shut, answering a call for civil disobedience from pro-democracy groups.
Sudan Soldiers Gun Down Protesters, Doctors Group Says
Protesters against the military coup took to the streets by the thousands and barricaded roads, and soldiers reportedly shot demonstrators outside army headquarters.
Sudan Soldiers Gun Down Protesters, Doctors Group Says
Protesters against the military coup took to the streets by the thousands and barricaded roads, and soldiers reportedly shot demonstrators outside army headquarters.
Tensions Between Sudan’s Military and Civilian Leaders Had Been Growing
Civilians were set to rule the country for the first time in more than three decades. But the military was concerned about losing power.
Sudan Inches Closer to Handing Omar al-Bashir to I.C.C.
An international court has accused Omar Hassan al-Bashir of genocide, war crimes and crimes against humanity in the western region of Darfur, where some 300,000 were killed.
Glimpses of Sudan’s Forgotten Pyramids
Desecrated by plunderers, threatened by floodwaters and largely overshadowed by their Egyptian counterparts, Sudan’s ancient archaeological sites may finally be poised to receive broader recognition.
Sudan Signs Peace Deal With Rebel Alliance
After years of bloodshed, the country’s transitional government reached an agreement with most but not all of the groups fighting in Darfur and elsewhere.
Omar Hassan al-Bashir Goes on Trial in Sudan Over 1989 Coup
Omar Hassan al-Bashir, ousted in mass protests last year, is on trial for his role in the military coup that propelled him to power in 1989. He faces the death penalty if convicted.