Sudan’s military overthrows President Omar al-Bashir following months of popular protests, ending his 30-year rule
By Muhammed Osman and Max Bearak Max Bearak Africa bureau chief based in Nairobi Email Bio Follow April 11 at 8:25 AM KHARTOUM, Sudan — Sudan’s defense minister said that President Omar al-Bashir was taken into military custody on Thursday, effectively announcing a coup to end Bashir’s 30-year rule.
The announcement by Awad Ibn Auf, who is also Sudan’s vice president, came after four months of nationwide street protests sparked by price hikes on basic goods but also reflecting a deep-rooted desire for the replacement of his decades-old regime. Bashir is accused of crimes against humanity and genocide against his own people by the International Criminal Court.
But after the sit-in began on April 6, divisions within the armed forces became increasingly visible as low-ranking officers began to join the protests. High-ranking officers followed by declaring their intention not to disperse the protesters. The protesters demands included the creation of a civilian government and justice for protesters who had been killed.
Sudan has experienced numerous coups in the past, including the one in 1989 that brought Bashir to power. The military’s use of state television and radio to announce their takeover reminded many older Sudanese of past transitions.
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