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Protester killed as Sudanese rally against coup, economic crisis

A protester was shot in the chest as thousands in Khartoum rallied against an army coup and worsening living conditions.

Al Jazeera · Mar 31, 2022

Sudanese Protest Military Coup

Thousands of Sudanese protesters took to the streets Thursday denouncing last year's military coup and worsening living conditions, an AFP correspondent said. "The military should go back to the barracks", protesters in the capital Khartoum chanted.

Asharq Al-Awsat · Mar 31, 2022

Sudan riot police fire tear gas at protesters in Khartoum

Sudanese riot police have fired tear gas at thousands of protesters rallying in Khartoum against the country's military rulers and demanding an immediate handover of power to civilians

The Independent UK · Mar 24, 2022

Sudanese Complain about Security Chaos

Sudan's capital and other cities are experiencing a remarkable rise in crime rate and security chaos, as many citizens have now acquired weapons. For citizens, it has become a daily concern, adding to their economic hardship. Sudanese were appalled by journalist Bahram Abdel Moneim's cry for help after he fell…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Mar 21, 2022

Sudan: Russian influence and Ukraine war stir domestic tensions

Officials courted Russian influence but the interference and the war in Ukraine are catalysing tensions back in Sudan.

Al Jazeera · Mar 18, 2022

Sudan Group Says 187 Wounded in Latest Anti-coup Protests

Nearly 200 people have been wounded in the latest protests to erupt in the Sudanese capital over deteriorating economic conditions following a military take-over, a doctor’s union said Friday. The Sudan’s Doctors Committee issued a statement saying that 187 people were wounded in clashes with police in Khartoum on Thursday,…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Mar 18, 2022

Sudanese march again over worsening economic crisis after coup

Sudanese protesters marched in the capital Khartoum and cities across the country on Thursday amid mounting anger over the October military coup and soaring electricity, fuel and bread prices in its wake.

Reuters · Mar 17, 2022

Sudan: Thousands Protest Economic Woes, Military Rule

Sudanese riot police fired teargas at thousands who took to the streets on Thursday in the capital, Khartoum, to protest deteriorating economic conditions following last year's military coup. The cash-stripped country has been facing a dire economic situation since the October military takeover.

Asharq Al-Awsat · Mar 17, 2022

Sudanese official says security forces attempted to rape woman during Monday protest

A Sudanese government official said on Tuesday that security forces attempted to rape a young woman during a protest against military rule in central Khartoum a day earlier, prompting calls for renewed demonstrations.

Reuters · Mar 15, 2022

Once-starving Lions Roar Back to Life in Sudan Sanctuary

Kandaka the lioness was once sick and emaciated in a rundown zoo in Sudan's capital, but thanks to wildlife enthusiasts she now thrives in a reserve watching her cubs grow. She was among five lions suffering from starvation and disease with visibly protruding ribs and flaccid skin, held in grim…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Mar 15, 2022