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Pope gets involved in seeking peace in Sudan as parties agree to ceasefire

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The head of the Roman Catholic church, Pope Francis has called for warring factions in Sudan to lay down their weapons. He expressed sadness on Sunday at the violence that has continued for more than a month in the African nation. “In encouraging the partial agreements reached so far, I renew my heartfelt plea for weapons to be set aside,”… Read More
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Sudan: Escalating violence in Geneina following Jeddah agreement

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For the second time in three weeks, West Darfur’s Geneina was at the centre of senseless fighting over the weekend, just hours after the announcement of the Jeddah agreement. At least 280 people were killed, according to the Sudan doctors’ syndicate, and many more injured. “The appalling levels of violence unfolding in West Darfur are nothing short of inhumane,” said… Read More
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Sudan’s army and civilians sign power-sharing deal

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Sudan’s military council and the opposition alliance have signed a major power-sharing deal in the capital Khartoum. The agreement signed on Saturday now ushers a country gripped by political crisis and violence into a new era. Hopefully the deal should eventually lead to a civilian rule when elections are held at the end of the transition period. There will be… Read More

Help Secure The Release Of Imprisoned Sudan Sunrise Staffer

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Rudwan Dawod’s Wife and Friend Share Candid Thoughts on Sudan Arrest and Possible Death Penalty Interview by Tim King Salem-News.com Young man from Oregon survived Horrors of Sudan, only to be arrested in protest & charged with ‘Terrorism’ during a recent visit to Khartoum. (SALEM / SPRINGFIELD) – As we reported yesterday, the defense in Khartoum has rested in the… Read More