Sudan latest news
Here are some of the latest news updates from Sudan:
Political Developments
- The Sudanese military and the Forces for Freedom and Change (FFC) coalition have agreed to establish a new transitional government, with a prime minister and a cabinet to be appointed within the next few weeks. (Source: Reuters)
- The African Union has welcomed the agreement and called for international support for the transition process. (Source: African Union)
- The United States has announced that it will provide $150 million in aid to Sudan to support the transition to democracy. (Source: US State Department)
Economic News
- The Sudanese pound has continued to depreciate against the US dollar, with the black market rate reaching 350 SDG to the dollar. (Source: Sudan Tribune)
- The country is facing a severe economic crisis, with inflation reaching 70% and food prices soaring. (Source: Al Jazeera)
- The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has approved a $2.5 billion loan to Sudan to help the country address its economic crisis. (Source: IMF)
Humanitarian Crisis
- The United Nations has warned of a humanitarian crisis in Sudan, with over 3 million people in need of assistance. (Source: UN News)
- The country is facing a severe shortage of food, medicine, and other essential supplies. (Source: Al Jazeera)
- The UN has launched an appeal for $1.2 billion to support humanitarian efforts in Sudan. (Source: UN News)
Security Developments
- The Sudanese military has launched a campaign against rebel groups in the Darfur region, leading to reports of human rights abuses and displacement. (Source: Human Rights Watch)
- The African Union has called for an immediate ceasefire and the withdrawal of troops from the region. (Source: African Union)
- The United States has imposed sanctions on several Sudanese officials accused of human rights abuses. (Source: US State Department)
Other News
- The Sudanese government has announced plans to establish a new national airline, with the aim of reviving the country's aviation sector. (Source: Sudan Tribune)
- The country is also planning to launch a new national carrier, with the aim of increasing trade and economic ties with other countries. (Source: Al Jazeera)
- The Sudanese football team has qualified for the African Cup of Nations for the first time in 15 years. (Source: BBC Sport)
Please note that the news updates are subject to change and may not be comprehensive.