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Artist Salah Elmur: ‘I have to come back to Khartoum every now and then to fill my imagination and my vision’

As his show inspired by water and electricity opens in London, the Sudanese painter talks about the challenges his country faces and his optimism for the future

The Guardian - UK

Putin and the ICC: history shows just how hard it is to bring a head of state to justice

The arrest warrants issued recently by the International Criminal Court (ICC) for the Russian president, Vladimir Putin, and his children’s commissioner, Maria Lvova-Belova, represent the first time officials of a permanent member of the United Nations security council have been indicted for a war crime.

The Conversation

UN Envoy to Sudan: We Are Closest We Have Been to a Solution

The UN Special Envoy to Sudan, who heads the mission of the UN Integrated Transition Assistance Mission in Sudan (UNITAMS), Volker Perthes, expressed his optimism about the chances of achieving progress in the political process, stressing that Sudan is "closer than ever" to reaching a solution, despite the continuing challenges.

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Sudan Tripartite Mechanism: Efforts Ongoing to Add More Parties to Political Agreement

The Tripartite Mechanism, which facilitates dialogue between Sudanese parties, pledged on Monday to continue engaging with non-signatories of the political framework agreement and encourage them to join efforts to reach a final political deal leading to the formation of a transitional civilian government in the country.

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As Sudan’s rival forces vie for power, who pays the price?

Analysts warn that the army and RSF’s respective quest to consolidate power could spark a wider conflict.

Al Jazeera

Sudan factions agree to form transitional govt April 11 -spokesperson

Sudan's political factions have agreed to form a new transitional government on April 11, Khalid Omar Yousif, the spokesperson for the signatories to the political settlement, said on Sunday.

Reuters

Analysis-Sudan paramilitary leader jostles for role ahead of civilian handover

The leader of a powerful paramilitary force in Sudan has put himself at the forefront of a planned transition toward democracy, unsettling fellow military rulers and triggering a mobilisation of troops in the capital Khartoum last week.

Reuters

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Saudi Arabia, UAE, US, UK Support ‘Justice’ in Sudan

The Quad for Sudan, which comprises Saudi Arabia, the UAE, the UK, and the US, has welcomed the Transitional Justice Conference, which kicked off in Sudan on Thursday, and said that it is a “vital gateway” for restoring a civilian-led transitional government in the North African country. The Conference was…

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Recipes for Ramadan: Taysir Ghazi’s ful medames, four ways

In the lead-up to Ramadan, Taysir Ghazi shares her recipe for the Egyptian fava bean stew with unlimited flavour spin-offs

The Guardian - AU

Sudan’s FFC: New Govt to Be Formed During Ramadan

Civilian and military signatories of the Political Framework Agreement in Sudan agreed to speed up steps for finding a political settlement and finalizing outstanding issues in the coming week. The Forces of Freedom and Change (FFC) also predicted that the formation of a civilian Sudanese government will be concluded before…

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UN: South Sudan Must Halt Fighting, Move Faster to Elections

The UN Security Council on Wednesday demanded an immediate end to all fighting in South Sudan and pushed for swift progress by the government to ensure that delayed elections are held peacefully and freely in December 2024. The council resolution, which was approved by a vote of 13-0 with Russia…

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UN: South Sudan must halt fighting, move faster to elections

The U.N. Security Council is demanding an immediate end to all fighting in South Sudan and is pushing for swift progress by the government to ensure that delayed elections are held peacefully and freely in December 2024

The Independent UK

King tells former Sudanese refugees ‘I’m so glad you’re safe here’

Charles chatted with accountants, NHS consultants and charity workers who have made a new life for themselves in the UK.

The Independent UK

UNITMAS Head Receives 'Death Threats'

The head of the United Nations Integrated Transition Assistance Mission in Sudan (UNITMAS), Volker Perthes, revealed that he had received death threats from unnamed extremists. Perthes said during a local TV interview that he received the threats via the Internet, asserting that he was comfortable in Sudan and that those…

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Sudan’s FFC Says Discussions Underway for Appointing a PM

The Forces for Freedom and Change (FFC) in Sudan revealed on Sunday that discussions are taking place between civilian and military parties to end the political crisis and appoint a prime minister as soon as possible. “Civilian and military stakeholders are under pressure to finalize the process.

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UN Security Council Extends Mandate of Sudan Sanctions for a Year

The Security Council voted on Wednesday to extend for one additional year the mandate of sanctions imposed on Sudan, despite Khartoum’s calls to lift them. The mandate now runs until March 12, 2024.

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Hamidati: We Are Against Anyone Who Wants to Be a Dictator

Gen. Mohammed Hamdan Dagalo (Hamidati), commander of Sudan’s Rapid Support Forces, said his conflict was with military leaders clinging to power, and not with the army. “We are against anyone who wants to be a dictator,” he told RSF troops at a military base in the capital of Khartoum. In…

The Independent UK

Sudan general says military leaders clinging to power

A powerful paramilitary commander has slammed Sudan’s ruling generals, saying they oppose stepping down to allow for a democratic transition under a civilian administration

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UN Envoy Says 2023 is a `Make or Break' Year for South Sudan

The UN special envoy for South Sudan called 2023 a “make or break” year for the world’s newest nation that has been beset by civil war, saying Monday it’s possible the country can keep its commitment to hold elections in December 2024 but only if there is political will. Nicholas…

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UN envoy says 2023 is a `make or break' year for South Sudan

The U.N. special envoy for South Sudan is calling 2023 a “make or break” year for the world’s newest nation that has been beset by civil war

The Independent UK

Sudan court acquits activists accused of killing intel agent

A Sudanese court has acquitted eight activists accused of killing a military intelligence agent at a protest rally last year in the capital of Khartoum

The Conversation

Who is Joseph Kony? The altar boy who became Africa's most wanted man

Eleven years ago, a documentary catapulted the name Joseph Kony onto the global stage. The controversial film Kony 2012 told the story of a Ugandan warlord whose forces are believed by the United Nations to be responsible for the deaths of more than 100,000 people, the abduction of at least…

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Sudan: Hemedti's Forces Call for Handing over Power to Civilians

Deputy Commander of the Rapid Support forces in Sudan Abdel-Rahim Dagalo the brother of General Mohamed Hamdan Hemedti announced the need to hand over power to civilians, in line with the framework agreement. Addressing supporters in Khartoum on Saturday, Dagalo said: “Our message to our brothers in the authority is…

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Saudi Arabia to Support Sudan ‘Until It Overcomes Exceptional Circumstances’

Saudi Arabia reaffirmed its support for Sudan and pledged to continue its efforts to help the North African nation until it overcomes the “exceptional circumstances” it is going through. Speaking on the occasion of Saudi Arabia marking three centuries since its founding, Saudi Ambassador to Sudan Ali bin Hassan Jaafar…

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Egypt Looks Forward to Boosting Water Management Cooperation with the Netherlands

Egypt looks forward to strengthening cooperation with the Netherlands in water management and agriculture, two crucial sectors with promising opportunities for both countries. Egyptian Foreign Minister Sameh Shoukry briefed his Dutch counterpart, Wopke Hoekstra, on the latest Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam issue developments, clarifying his country's vision. Ethiopia is in…

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