SUDAN: Top 3 generals agree to quit as protests continue

Three of the most controversial figures of Sudan’s ruling Transitional Military Council have offered their resignations – one of the key demands of the protest movement. The three generals were seen as allies of deposed President Omar al-Bashir. It follows talks between the military council and protest leaders. A “million-strong march for civilian rule” has […]

SUDAN: Top 3 generals agree to quit as protests continue

SUDAN: Top 3 generals agree to quit as protests continue

Three of the most controversial figures of Sudan’s ruling Transitional Military Council have offered their resignations – one of the key demands of the protest movement.

The three generals were seen as allies of deposed President Omar al-Bashir.

It follows talks between the military council and protest leaders.

A “million-strong march for civilian rule” has been called later to maintain the pressure for democratic reform.

Thousands of protesters have arrived in the capital, Khartoum, by train from various cities to take part in the event.