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UN Extends S. Sudan Peacekeeping Mission for One Year

The UN Security Council voted Tuesday to prolong its peacekeeping mission in South Sudan for one more year, after Russia and China chose to abstain. The Council's 13 other members all voted in favor of the resolution, which extends the UN Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) until March 15, 2023…

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Looting and attacks on aid workers rise as hunger adds to unrest in South Sudan

UN says 70% of the population will struggle through the coming season as humanitarian workers are killed and supplies raided

The Guardian - UK

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.

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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…

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Sudan Court Sends Senior Officers to Prison over Failed Coup

A Sudanese military court on Monday sentenced a former chief of staff to nine years in prison and five senior officers to five years each after they were convicted of orchestrating a coup attempt in 2019, two military officials said. The case dates back to July 2019, three months after…

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Sudan court sends senior officers to prison over failed coup

Sudanese military officials say a military court has sentenced a former chief of staff to nine years in prison and five senior officers to five years each for orchestrating a coup attempt in 2019

The Independent UK

UAE Reassures Sudan, Pledges Support to Reach National Consensus

Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, has affirmed his country’s support for Sudan to reach national consensus and ensure stability.

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Our families fled the war in Ukraine. Now they are tied up by Home Office red tape

Letters: Two readers share personal accounts of trying to get their Ukrainian families to the UK, Mark Bryant considers the feelings of a Sudanese refugee in France who is in limbo, while Robin Perutz shares the story of his refugee father

The Guardian - UK

Why won't the Arab world dump Putin?

For Sudan's military regime, Putin's an old friend — and for the Sudanese people, the U.S. simply can't be trusted

Salon

The woman protecting South Sudan’s parks from war and poaching

Bibiana Martin was 12 years old when she joined the forest rangers. Twenty years later, she is still protecting animals.

Al Jazeera

Abu Dhabi Crown Prince to Burhan: We Support National Interests of Sudanese

Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, has affirmed Friday his country’s support for the people of Sudan to secure their national interests and achieve their aspirations for development, stability and prosperity. Sheikh Mohamed’s comments came as…

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Why some African nations continue to support Russia

The number of African countries that abstained from the UN General Assembly vote condemning the Russian invasion of Ukraine came as a surprise to some. But it follows a certain logic based on recent and historical precedent, says analyst Aanu Adeoye.

Radio France Internationale

Intercommunal violence in Sudan's disputed Abyei region kills dozens, displaces thousands

Several dozen people have reportedly been killed following a spike of intercommunal violence in the disputed Abyei region on the Sudan - South Sudan border, according to the United Nations emergency response agency.

Radio France Internationale

Russia Ramps up Ties with Sudan as Ukraine War Rages

As much of the West seeks to isolate Russia after it invaded Ukraine, experts say Moscow is boosting relations with its longtime African ally Sudan, eyeing its gold wealth and strategic location. Khartoum has lost crucial Western support since army chief Abdel Fattah al-Burhan led a military coup last October,…

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UN, AU Envoys Warn of ‘Grave Danger’ in Sudan as More Protesters Killed

Sudan needs to reach a new political agreement by June, United Nations and African Union envoys warned on Thursday, as medics said two protesters had been killed in the latest round of anti-military demonstrations since a coup in October. Political deadlock in Sudan following the coup has contributed to new…

The Conversation

South Sudan's constitution-making process is on shaky ground: how to firm it up

South Sudan’s transitional constitution mandates the drafting of a permanent constitution to usher in a new political order for the country. This process began in 2012 with the appointment of a national constitutional review commission as the drafting body.

Al Jazeera

Sudanese authorities raid offices of 2019 massacre tribunal

The tribunal has been sandwiched between allegations from the public and attacks from the government.

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HRW urges release of two S Sudanese arrested for gov’t criticism

Both men face the death penalty or life imprisonment if convicted of undermining the country’s constitution.

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Rallies Near Presidential Palace in Khartoum on Int’l Women’s Day

Sudanese took to the streets in the capital, Khartoum, and other cities on Tuesday to demand civil rule and women empowerment. Thousands of protesters, who were met with tear gas, dedicated the marches to International Women’s Day while denouncing the October 25 military takeover. They managed to breach the security…

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Vic man accused of exit trafficking wife

A Victorian accused of deceiving his then-wife into travelling to Sudan and stranding her in an effort to cancel her Australian visa has appeared in court.

Reuters

Sudanese protesters face tear gas at Women's Day rally

Sudanese protesters marching against military rule on International Women's Day were met with tear gas as they approached the presidential palace on Tuesday, a Reuters reporter said.

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UN, US Press South Sudan to Prepare for Elections

The United Nations and United States urged the leaders of South Sudan Monday to do more to prepare for elections due to be held in less than a year or risk "catastrophe." "As I have stated before, elections have the potential to be a nation-building moment, or a catastrophe," the…

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Sudanese Pound Devalued by 19% as Banks Freed to Set Rates

Sudanese banks were selling dollars at a rate of 530 pounds on Tuesday, a drop of about 19% from the previous rate, after authorities moved to counter a slide in the value of the pound on a resurgent black market. The central bank said on Monday that banks and currency…

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EU Denounces Human Rights Violations in Sudan

The European Union, Canada, Korea and the United States denounced on Monday the human rights violations reported in Sudan. A report by the Human Rights Council on its 49th session indicated that the countries condemned the “sustained attempts to unduly limit freedom of expression and peaceful assembly.” They raised concerns…

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Sudanese Women Footballers Tackle Hurdles to Play the Game

Sudan's women's football team is yet to win a match, but members say they have scored a victory by overcoming challenges including discrimination and a coup to play the game. "The girls are still taking their very first steps in international football," said coach Salma al-Majidi, training the team that…

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