Thursday, September 26, 2013

Sudan Rocked By Riots Over Cuts In Subsidies



27 Dead in Sudan Protests; Bashir Cancels UN Trip -- Voice of America

Medical officials in Sudan say at least 27 people have died in four days of protests against the government's decision to cut fuel subsidies.

The suspension has caused a sharp rise in fuel prices, a development that has angered civilians and prompted some to call for the ouster of President Omar al-Bashir.

Late Wednesday, Sudan said Mr. Bashir has canceled a planned appearance in New York at the U.N. General Assembly.

Meanwhile, Sudanese authorities have deployed security forces around key installations and gas stations, after rioters set buildings on fire and blocked roads.

The escalating unrest, has become one of the biggest challenges to Mr. Bashir's government since he seized power in 1989.

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More News On The Unrest In Sudan

At least 27 killed in central Sudan's worst unrest for years -- Reuters
Bashir Cancels UNGA Appearance After Sudan Oil Protests -- Voice of America
Sudanese president cancels U.N. address -- Washington Post
Sudan riots: Troops deployed around gas stations as death toll hits 30 -- The Independent
Sudanese army deploys after deadly Khartoum riots -- Bloomberg Businessweek/AP
Deadly Violence in Sudan Following Fuel Subsidy Cut -- Voice of America
Spike in gas prices spurs violent protests around Sudan -- CNN
Sudan's Arab Spring? Public anger rises against Bashir, again -- Ahram Online
Opposition & rebel groups denounce gov’t bloody campaign against protesters -- Sudan Tribune
Sudan internet cut off as protests erupt against government in Khartoum -- The Guardian
Sudan loses Internet access — and it looks like the government is behind it -- Washington Post
Sudan drops off Internet on 3rd day of riots -- Bloomberg Businessweek
Internet Access Partially Restored in Sudan after Web Blackout -- Time

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