About 300,000 people were killed in the conflict and some 2.7 million were forced from their homes during the war, according to the United Nations.
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Sudan’s Ousted Leader Is Sentenced to Two Years for Corruption
Omar Hassan al-Bashir, accused of genocide in Darfur, was charged with possessing foreign currency and receiving illegal gifts.
Trump Administration Moves to Upgrade Diplomatic Ties With Sudan
The two nations agreed to exchange ambassadors for the first time in 23 years. But the State Department is keeping Sudan on a list of state sponsors of terrorism.
Sudan Overturns Moral Policing Law and Disbands Al-Bashir’s Party
The announcements by the country’s transitional government fulfilled two major demands by pro-democracy protesters.
‘We’re at War’: A Covert Social Media Campaign Boosts Military Rulers
After protesters were killed in Sudan, an obscure Egyptian company ramped up a covert influence operation that spanned the Middle East and North Africa.
Sudan Court Formally Indicts Al-Bashir on Corruption Charges
Former President Omar al-Bashir, questioned in court for the first time, said he had received tens of millions of dollars from the Saudi crown prince.
Al-Bashir Is on Trial in Sudan. He’s Not the First Dictator to Land in Court.
Forced from office amid widespread street protests, Omar Hassan al-Bashir joins a list of leaders tried over their actions while in power.
Al-Bashir Trial in Sudan Opens with Claim of $90 Million Payment From Saudis
A senior police officer said that the country’s deposed leader had admitted to receiving the money.
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.
Sudan Factions Sign Agreement Paving Way for Civilian Rule
Military leaders and pro-democracy protesters initialed a constitutional declaration aimed at ending months of bloodshed after the ouster of President Omar Hassan al-Bashir.