Sudanese factions agree plan to pave way for transitional government
5 years, 7 months ago

Sudanese factions agree plan to pave way for transitional government

The Hindu  

Sudan's military council and the main opposition coalition have reached an agreement to usher in a new period of transitional government, African Union mediator for Sudan Mohamed Hassan Lebatt told a news conference in the early hours of Saturday morning. Once the transitional government starts work, Sudan embarks on a three-year transition period expected lead to elections. When the sovereign council is formed, the country's current ruling body, a transitional military council headed by General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan and his deputy, RSF commander General Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo, will be dissolved. A top priority for the transitional government during its first six months in power will be working towards peace with a number of armed groups active in the southern and western regions of the country, Satea al-Hajj, an FFC negotiator, said on Saturday.

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Sudan's paramilitary forces establish parallel government amid warnings of further fragmentation
1 month ago

Sudan's paramilitary forces establish parallel government amid warnings of further fragmentation

Firstpost  

The move comes nearly two years into a devastating war with the regular army that has uprooted more than 12 million people and caused what the United Nations calls the world’s worst hunger and displacement crises Representational Image. AFP Sudan’s paramilitary Rapid Support Forces and its allies have agreed to set up a parallel government, sources said Sunday, despite warnings …

Sudan's paramilitary forces establish parallel government amid warnings of further fragmentation
1 month ago

Sudan's paramilitary forces establish parallel government amid warnings of further fragmentation

Firstpost  

The move comes nearly two years into a devastating war with the regular army that has uprooted more than 12 million people and caused what the United Nations calls the world’s worst hunger and displacement crises Sudan’s paramilitary Rapid Support Forces and its allies have agreed to set up a parallel government, sources said Sunday, despite warnings such a move …

Sudan army-aligned foreign ministry sets path to elections amid civil war
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Sudan army-aligned foreign ministry sets path to elections amid civil war

Al Jazeera  

Sudan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs has unveiled plans for a transitional government ahead of elections, seeking to end a two-year civil war that has displaced millions of people and killed tens of thousands. In a Sunday post on X, the ministry, which is aligned to the army, set a path to elections amid civil war. The Republic of Sudan Ministry …

Analysis: Can Sudan’s civilian leaders save their country from collapse?
1 year, 5 months ago

Analysis: Can Sudan’s civilian leaders save their country from collapse?

Al Jazeera  

Civilian forces were central to the movement that overthrew former President Omar al-Bashir, but are now marginalised. The breakdown in negotiations that followed, and the ensuing beginning of the conflict, led to accusations being thrown back and forth between the civilian groups “The parties who were not part of the framework agreement blame those in support of the agreement as …

Sudan delays signing of deal to usher in civilian government
1 year, 11 months ago

Sudan delays signing of deal to usher in civilian government

The Hindu  

Sudan's military leaders and pro-democracy forces will delay the signing of an agreement to usher in a civilian government, both sides said in a joint statement issued on April 1. Sudan has been mired in chaos after a military coup, led by the country's top Gen. Abdel-Fattah Burhan, removed a Western-backed power-sharing government in October 2021, upending the country's short-lived …

Sudan factions delay post-coup deal on civilian rule
1 year, 11 months ago

Sudan factions delay post-coup deal on civilian rule

Al Jazeera  

Signing of political agreement to name a Sudanese civilian government has been delayed to April 6, official says. Sudanese leaders have postponed the signing of an agreement planned for Saturday to resume a short-lived democratic transition, an official has said, amid continued disagreement between military factions. Spokesman for the negotiation process Khalid Omar Yousif said on Twitter on Saturday that …

Key date set in Sudan government transition, official says
2 years ago

Key date set in Sudan government transition, official says

Associated Press  

KHARTOUM, Sudan — Sudan’s military leaders and pro-democracy forces vowed to begin establishing a new civilian-led transitional government on April 11, a spokesperson representing both parties said Sunday. Speaking at a news conference broadcasted by Sudan’s state-run SUNA news agency, Khalid Omar said a finalized political settlement, first agreed upon last December, would be inked on April 1st. Sudan has …

Protests in Sudan demand army leave power, reject deal
2 years, 3 months ago

Protests in Sudan demand army leave power, reject deal

Associated Press  

KHARTOUM, Sudan — Hundreds of protesters took to the streets of Sudan’s capital Thursday, demanding the ouster of its military rulers and rejecting a deal for the gradual transfer of power to civilian leaders. Thursday’s protest was led by the Resistance Committees, a grassroots group that has steadfastly rejected any negotiations with Sudan’s military leaders, Gen. Abdel-Fattah Burhan and Gen. …

Sudan’s generals, pro-democracy group ink deal to end crisis
2 years, 3 months ago

Sudan’s generals, pro-democracy group ink deal to end crisis

Associated Press  

KHARTOUM, Sudan — Sudan’s coup leaders and the main pro-democracy group signed a deal Monday to establish a civilian-led transitional government following the military takeover last year. It’s not clear whether or how quickly the deal signed Monday can offer a way out for Sudan, given that it appears to leave many thorny issues unresolved and doesn’t have the support …

Protests as Sudan military, parties sign initial transition deal
2 years, 3 months ago

Protests as Sudan military, parties sign initial transition deal

Al Jazeera  

Both sides agree on a plan for an eventual transition to civilian rule, but further talks are needed, and protesters say transitional justice must be included. Sudan’s military and political parties have signed a framework deal that provides for a two-year, civilian-led transition towards elections and would end a standoff triggered by a coup in October 2021. The initial agreement …

Sudan’s ruling generals and main pro-democracy group sign uncertain deal to end crisis
2 years, 3 months ago

Sudan’s ruling generals and main pro-democracy group sign uncertain deal to end crisis

LA Times  

Sudan’s coup leaders and its main pro-democracy group signed a deal Monday to establish a civilian-led transitional government following the military takeover last year. It’s not clear whether or how quickly the deal signed Monday can offer a way out for Sudan, given that it appears to leave many thorny issues unresolved and doesn’t have the support of key political …

Sudan’s General al-Burhan says army stepping back from government
2 years, 8 months ago

Sudan’s General al-Burhan says army stepping back from government

Al Jazeera  

Nine killed in recent anti-military rule protests, with protesters sceptical that the armed forces will now step aside. Sudan’s coup leader General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan has said the army will withdraw from ongoing political talks and allow political and revolutionary groups to form a civilian transitional government. Al Jazeera’s Hiba Morgan, reporting from the Sudanese capital Khartoum, said the protesters …

Leading Sudan pro-democracy group rejects UN mediation efforts
3 years, 1 month ago

Leading Sudan pro-democracy group rejects UN mediation efforts

Al Jazeera  

Sudan’s leading pro-democracy group has lashed out at the United Nations, accusing it of failing to safeguard the country’s transition to democracy and being soft on the generals who led the October 25 military coup. “By including the coup perpetrators, your consultations contradict the aspirations of the Sudanese people in a flagrant way,” the SPA said, addressing Volker Perthes, head …

Sudan pro-democracy faction agrees to UN-brokered talks
3 years, 2 months ago

Sudan pro-democracy faction agrees to UN-brokered talks

Al Jazeera  

The Forces of Freedom of and Change says it will take part in UN- A prominent Sudanese pro-democracy group has conditionally accepted the UN’s offer to broker an end to political deadlock following the October military coup. Jaafar Hassan, a spokesperson for the Central Council for the Forces of Freedom and Change, said in a press statement on Sunday that …

Sudan’s al-Burhan says army will exit politics after 2023 vote
3 years, 3 months ago

Sudan’s al-Burhan says army will exit politics after 2023 vote

Al Jazeera  

Top general says Sudan’s military will not participate in politics after a civilian government is elected in 2023. “Investigations regarding the victims of the protests have begun to identify who has done this … and to punish the criminals,” al-Burhan said, adding that security forces had only dispersed non-peaceful protests. “We have understandings with the International Criminal Court for the …

Western countries slam new Sudan army-led council
3 years, 4 months ago

Western countries slam new Sudan army-led council

Al Jazeera  

US and allies say coup leader’s appointment of ruling body undermines commitment to restore transition to democracy. Several Western countries have expressed grave concern over the decision by Sudan’s army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan to appoint a new ruling body weeks after he led a military coup that derailed the country’s fragile transition towards democracy. The new ruling body includes …

Is Sudan’s democratic transition doomed?
3 years, 5 months ago

Is Sudan’s democratic transition doomed?

Al Jazeera  

On Wednesday, October 27 at 19:30 GMT: Sudan’s military seized control of the country in a coup on Monday, arresting the prime minister and other civilian leaders. General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, now the country’s de facto leader, said the military still supports a transition to democracy and will appoint a technocratic government before elections take place in July 2023. Following …

Sudan coup: Which constitutional articles have been suspended?
3 years, 5 months ago

Sudan coup: Which constitutional articles have been suspended?

Al Jazeera  

Sudan’s military leader has declared a nationwide state of emergency and dissolved the transitional cabinet and the Sudan Sovereign Council. The sovereign council is a joint military and civilian body created after the removal of longtime ruler Omar al-Bashir in 2019 amid widespread protests led by the Forces of Freedom and Change movement. Article 11.2 It states that the sovereign …

Sudan’s military dissolves cabinet, announces state of emergency
3 years, 5 months ago

Sudan’s military dissolves cabinet, announces state of emergency

Al Jazeera  

General al-Burhan also said the military will appoint a technocratic government to lead the country to elections in July 2023. Sudan’s military leader has declared a state of emergency across the country while dissolving its transitional cabinet and the sovereign council in a huge blow to the country’s already fragile transition towards democracy. In his announcement, Burhan said that the …

Sudan’s transition at crossroads as both ruling partners aim for gains
3 years, 5 months ago

Sudan’s transition at crossroads as both ruling partners aim for gains

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Please enter a valid email address Please enter a valid email address SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. “The military is concerned that …

Pro-military protesters call for dissolution of Sudan’s gov’t
3 years, 5 months ago

Pro-military protesters call for dissolution of Sudan’s gov’t

Al Jazeera  

Protests have been staged since Saturday amid a deepening rift between military and civil rule backers. Thousands of protesters have staged a sit-in calling on the military to dissolve Sudan’s transitional government, as the country grapples with the biggest crisis since the end of Omar al-Bashir’s government two years ago. Police fired teargas to disperse the crowd, with Khartoum state …

How to end Sudan’s political crisis?
3 years, 5 months ago

How to end Sudan’s political crisis?

Al Jazeera  

Protesters in Sudan are demanding the resignation of the interim government. Sudan has been led by a government made up of both civilian and military leaders for more than two years. That involves the Forces of Freedom and Change – a civilian coalition that led the protests against longtime leader Omar al-Bashir. Sudan’s prime minster has warned his nation is …

Sudan’s democratic transition at a crossroads
3 years, 6 months ago

Sudan’s democratic transition at a crossroads

Al Jazeera  

Two years ago, mass protests in Sudan led to the removal of dictator Omar al-Bashir and the establishment of a part-military, part-civilian transitional government. Since his inauguration in September 2019, Prime Minister Hamdok’s main focus has been rebuilding Sudan’s standing on the international stage and he undoubtedly made significant progress in this arena. The delay in the formation of parliament, …

Sudan and main rebel group restart peace talks
3 years, 11 months ago

Sudan and main rebel group restart peace talks

Associated Press  

CAIRO — Sudan’s interim government and the main rebel group in the country agreed on Sunday to re-start peace talks, according to the rebel group and Sudan state news. Al-Hilu’s movement is Sudan’s single largest rebel group and is active in the Blue Nile and South Kordofan provinces, where it controls significant chunks of territory. Sudan’s transitional government has been …

US urges Sudan to build an inclusive government for all
4 years ago

US urges Sudan to build an inclusive government for all

Associated Press  

UNITED NATIONS — The United States called on Sudan Tuesday to build an inclusive and representative government that ensures peace, supports people on the margins and helps “those who have suffered achieve justice.” U.S. Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield also called for implementation of the historic Juba Peace Agreement signed six months ago by the civilian-led transitional government and rebel groups, saying …

Rebel leaders who inked deal with government return to Sudan
4 years, 4 months ago

Rebel leaders who inked deal with government return to Sudan

The Independent  

Sign up for the daily Inside Washington email for exclusive US coverage and analysis sent to your inbox Get our free Inside Washington email Get our free Inside Washington email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Sudan’s rebel leaders returned to the capital, Khartoum on Sunday, …

Sudan's Cabinet sworn in, first since military ousted former president Omar al-Bashir after pro-democracy protests
5 years, 6 months ago

Sudan's Cabinet sworn in, first since military ousted former president Omar al-Bashir after pro-democracy protests

Firstpost  

Sudan swore in its first Cabinet since the military ousted autocratic President Omar al-Bashir in April following mass pro-democracy protests Cairo: Sudan on Sunday swore in its first Cabinet since the military ousted autocratic President Omar al-Bashir in April following mass pro-democracy protests. The Cabinet is part of a power-sharing agreement between the military and pro-democracy demonstrators, which also includes …

New ruling body ushers in Sudan’s complex shift to civilian rule
5 years, 7 months ago

New ruling body ushers in Sudan’s complex shift to civilian rule

Al Jazeera  

Abdalla Hamdok sworn in as prime minister alongside a top general who is tasked to oversee a military-civilian council. A new prime minister and a sovereign council with military and civilian members have been sworn in Sudan, ushering in a new era in the country following months of political uncertainty and violence. It replaces the Transitional Military Council that took …

Sudan forms 11-member sovereign council, headed by al-Burhan
5 years, 7 months ago

Sudan forms 11-member sovereign council, headed by al-Burhan

Al Jazeera  

The members of the Sovereign Council and the prime minister will be sworn in on Wednesday. Sudan‘s generals and protest leaders have announced a joint ruling body, formally disbanding the military council that took power after the toppling of longtime ruler Omar al-Bashir in April in the wake of relentless protests against his rule. General Mohammed Hamadan Dagalo, the TMC’s …

Sudan protest leaders, military sign transitional government deal
5 years, 7 months ago

Sudan protest leaders, military sign transitional government deal

Al Jazeera  

Military council and main opposition coalition sign power-sharing deal paving the way for transition to civilian rule. Sudan‘s main opposition coalition and the ruling military council have formally signed a final power-sharing deal, paving the way for a transition to a civilian-led government. Sudan’s sovereign council would include TMC head Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, the deputy Dagalo and Lieutenant General Yasser …

Sudan set to officiate deal for transition to civilian rule on Saturday even as concerns remain over justice for slain protesters
5 years, 7 months ago

Sudan set to officiate deal for transition to civilian rule on Saturday even as concerns remain over justice for slain protesters

Firstpost  

Sudan’s military rulers and protest leaders on Saturday are scheduled to sign a landmark deal reached after a bloody uprising which is meant to pave the way for civilian rule Khartoum: Sudan’s military rulers and protest leaders on Saturday are scheduled to sign a landmark deal reached after a bloody uprising which is meant to pave the way for civilian …

Sudan’s military, protest leaders sign constitutional declaration
5 years, 7 months ago

Sudan’s military, protest leaders sign constitutional declaration

Al Jazeera  

Sudan‘s ruling generals and protest leaders have signed a constitutional declaration that paves the way for a transition to civilian rule, a hard-fought agreement that came after a long period of negotiations following the overthrow of President Omar al-Bashir in the wake of mass protests. The following day, the generals and protest leaders are expected to announce the composition of …

What does Sudan’s constitutional declaration say?
5 years, 7 months ago

What does Sudan’s constitutional declaration say?

Al Jazeera  

Long-awaited document paves the way for civilian rule after Omar al-Bashir’s removal in the face of mass protests. Hundreds of people have taken to the streets of Sudan’s capital, Khartoum, chanting revolutionary songs and waving national flags after the country’s military rulers and opposition coalition signed a hard-won constitutional declaration. Negotiations between the ruling Transitional Military Council and the Forces …

Power-sharing agreement, Sudan's new beginning?
5 years, 8 months ago

Power-sharing agreement, Sudan's new beginning?

The Hindu  

Sudan’s ruling military council and representatives of the pro-democracy movement have signed a power-sharing agreement, signalling that its disputed transition to civilian rule is on track. Ever since President Omar al-Bashir’s fall in April amid anti-regime protests, the military leaders who seized power and the protesters have been on a confrontational path. The protesters’ demand for an immediate transfer of …

Sudan: What have military and opposition coalition agreed to?
5 years, 8 months ago

Sudan: What have military and opposition coalition agreed to?

Al Jazeera  

Transitional Military Council and Forces of Freedom and Change alliance sign 22-clause accord to form governing body. Sudan‘s Transitional Military Council and the Forces of Freedom and Change alliance have signed a political accord to form a power-sharing body, after weeks of divisions amid persistent demands by protesters calling for civilian rule following the toppling of President Omar al-Bashir in …

Sudan’s ruling generals, protest leaders sign power-sharing deal
5 years, 8 months ago

Sudan’s ruling generals, protest leaders sign power-sharing deal

Al Jazeera  

After series of delays, two sides sign accord creating governing body with talks ongoing for constitutional declaration. ‘Obstacles to overcome’ Al Jazeera’s Hiba Morgan said while the signing of the accord on Wednesday was significant, “there are still a lot of obstacles to overcome”, referring to the more controversial constitutional declaration. “The political document doesn’t mention what roles the sovereign …

Sudan ruling generals, protesters agree on power-sharing accord of new governing body after month-long political crisis
5 years, 8 months ago

Sudan ruling generals, protesters agree on power-sharing accord of new governing body after month-long political crisis

Firstpost  

At least 136 people were killed across Sudan since the raid, including more than 100 on 3 June, according to doctors close to the umbrella protest movement, the Alliance for Freedom and Change. Khartoum : Sudan’s ruling generals and protest leaders reached an agreement on the disputed issue of a new governing body Friday, in a breakthrough power sharing accord …

Sudan protest leaders receive new AU, Ethiopia transition plan
5 years, 9 months ago

Sudan protest leaders receive new AU, Ethiopia transition plan

Al Jazeera  

The proposal calls for a civilian-majority ruling body as demanded by protesters but lacks in other details. The Sudanese movement protesting for the military to hand over to civilian rule said on Thursday it received a new proposal for a transition drafted by Ethiopia and the African Union. 190625063538065 The move comes after Sudan‘s ruling generals urged mediators from the …

Sudan's military scraps deal with Opposition, calls for elections within 9 months
5 years, 9 months ago

Sudan's military scraps deal with Opposition, calls for elections within 9 months

The Hindu  

Sudan's Transitional Military Council said on Tuesday it canceled all previous agreements with the main opposition coalition and called for snap elections following deadly violence in the capital Khartoum after security forces moved to disperse the main protest camp outside the Defense Ministry. Security forces stormed a protest camp in the Sudanese capital Khartoum in the early hours of Monday …

Sudan protesters defiant as army warns ‘no more chaos’
5 years, 10 months ago

Sudan protesters defiant as army warns ‘no more chaos’

Al Jazeera  

Tensions rise in Sudan amid disagreements between protesters and military rulers over makeup of transitional council. The appeal came hours after Sudan’s military rulers warned against “chaos” and called on protesters to clear roads and railways, saying seven provinces were running low on essential supplies. Mohamed Naji al-Assam, spokesman for the Sudanese Professionals Association, the main protest group, said the …

Sudan protesters say army trying to break up sit-in
5 years, 10 months ago

Sudan protesters say army trying to break up sit-in

Al Jazeera  

The protesters who want the military to hand over power to a civilian administration have been camped out since April 6. Sudan’s main protest group said on Monday the army was trying to disperse a sit-in outside the military headquarters in Khartoum by removing barricades, but witnesses said troops had not moved in. The army is trying to disperse the …

Sudanese protesters delay naming of civilian government
5 years, 11 months ago

Sudanese protesters delay naming of civilian government

Associated Press  

KHARTOUM, Sudan — The organizers of the protests that drove Sudan’s President Omar al-Bashir from power said Thursday they would delay their announcement of a transitional civilian government after having resumed talks with the ruling military council. The protesters suspended talks with the military over the weekend, saying its chief negotiator was too close to al-Bashir, and had vowed to …

Sudan protest leaders to unveil interim civilian council
5 years, 11 months ago

Sudan protest leaders to unveil interim civilian council

Al Jazeera  

Main protest group says it will announce members of the new council on Sunday to pressure the army to hand over power. Protesters braved scorching heat and fatigue for a 14th day on Friday, demanding the military council, which took power after overthrowing longtime leader Omar al-Bashir, quickly make way for a civilian administration. Ahmed Adam, a Sudanese lawyer and …

African Union sets deadline for Sudan power transfer
5 years, 11 months ago

African Union sets deadline for Sudan power transfer

Al Jazeera  

The regional body says the army has 15 days to hand over power to civilian authority or risk suspension. “The decision whether to extradite al-Bashir to the will be made by a popularly elected government and not the transitional military council,” he said at a press conference in Addis Ababa. Fears of old guard’s return Fearing that the core of …

Sudan leaders face pressure for transfer to civilian rule
5 years, 11 months ago

Sudan leaders face pressure for transfer to civilian rule

Al Jazeera  

Sudan‘s main protest group has called on its supporters to “protect your revolution” after armed forces loyal to the country’s ruling military council unsuccessfully tried to remove roadblocks put in place around a sit-in being held outside the defence ministry in the capital. “It is time for the transitional military council and all other parties to enter into an inclusive …

Sudan’s military holds talks with protesters as curfew lifted
5 years, 11 months ago

Sudan’s military holds talks with protesters as curfew lifted

Al Jazeera  

Meeting comes as new leader of military council promises to hand over power to civilian government within two years. Sudan’s ruling military council has held talks with the organisers of mass protests demanding a civilian-led transition to democracy after the overthrow of longtime ruler Omar al-Bashir. Saturday’s meeting in the capital, Khartoum, came as the new leader of the council, …

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