Sudanese protesters released after weeks-long detention
Khartoum, SudanReuters Sudan has released 115 of some 135 anti-coup protesters who had been held for weeks, a UN official said on Thursday, following pressure from lawyers, families and the international community. The detainees are part of a protest movement against an 25th October coup that has persisted despite security crackdowns killing 82 and wound […]
At least 15 anti-coup protesters shot dead in Sudan, medics say
Updated 9am (AEDT)Khartoum, SudanReuters Security forces shot dead at least 15 people and wounded dozens as thousands of Sudanese took to the streets in protest against last month’s coup on Wednesday on the deadliest day in a month of demonstrations against military rule, medics said. The protesters, marching against an 25th October coup across the […]
Myanmar frees hundreds of political prisoners after ASEAN pressure
Reuters Myanmar’s military government has freed hundreds of political prisoners from the notorious Insein prison, including Aung San Suu Kyi’s party spokesman and a famous comedian Zarganar, local media reported. Minutes after military ruler Min Aung Hlaing’s speech on Monday, state television announced more than 5,600 people arrested or wanted over their roles in anti-coup […]