Apr 16 Dozens killed, hundreds injured as battle for control of Sudan rages on By Jack Jeffrey, Samy Magdy, Associated Press The Sudanese military and a powerful paramilitary group battled for control of the chaos-stricken nation for a second day Sunday, signaling they were unwilling to end hostilities despite mounting diplomatic pressure to cease fire. Continue reading
Apr 15 Wider conflict feared as Sudan's army and rival paramilitary force clash in capital By Associated Press Sudan’s military and a powerful paramilitary force engaged in fierce fighting Saturday in the capital and elsewhere in the country, dealing a new blow to hopes for a transition to democracy and raising fears of a wider conflict. Continue reading
Dec 05 Sudan's generals, pro-democracy group sign deal to end crisis By Ashraf Idris, Associated Press Sudan's coup leaders and the main pro-democracy group have signed a deal to establish a civilian-led transitional government following the military takeover last year. Continue reading
Jan 19 U.S. diplomats meet with pro-democracy activists in Sudan By Samy Magdy, Associated Press Two senior U.S. diplomats are in Sudan to try and help find a way out of the ongoing crisis in the African country triggered by an October military coup. Continue reading
Jul 05 Watch 2:51 After months of upheaval, Sudan celebrates power-sharing deal By Yousra Elbagir, ITN After months of violence and turmoil, Sudan’s military and pro-democracy movement have come to an agreement on a future government. Crowds celebrated in the streets amid news that a joint council will rule for the next three years. Scores of… Continue watching
Jul 01 Watch 4:26 News Wrap: Sudan protesters killed in clash with security forces In our news wrap Monday, activists in Sudan say at least 11 people were killed in Sunday clashes with security forces. Hundreds of protesters returned to the streets to grieve the dead, some carrying bodies. Meanwhile, at least six people… Continue watching
Aug 24 Top U.S. Diplomat to Lobby Sudan for U.N. Darfur Force By Admin, PBS News Hour Calling an end to genocide in Darfur one of its top priorities, the State Department announced Thursday that it would send one of its top diplomats to Sudan to try to convince the African nation to allow a peacekeeping force. Continue reading