Thousands of protesters have filled the streets of Khartoum calling for an end to the country’s military council. Many had travelled in from across Sudan to take part in the “million-strong march” for civilian rule. It comes despite the resignation of three controversial figures from the ruling Transitional Military Council – one of the protesters’ key demands. The three generals were seen… Read more »
Thousands of protesters have vowed to stay on the streets of the Sudanese capital, Khartoum, in defiance of a curfew imposed by the country’s new military council. Long-time President Omar al-Bashir was overthrown and arrested on Thursday after months of street protests. But demonstrators say the military council is part of the same regime. The fresh stand-off has raised fears… Read more »
Al Jazeera: Iraqi security forces fired tear gas and rubber-coated bullets at thousands of supporters of an influential Shia leader demonstrating near Baghdad’s Green Zone to press for electoral reform. Four protesters and one police officer were killed during Saturday’s protests, Baghdad’s governor told Al Jazeera. Police and hospital officials said hundreds of protesers and seven other policemen were also injured… Read more »