The current unrest in Sudan began in December 2018, when Sudan's people began protesting against Omar al-Bashir's 30-year tyrannical rule. After his resignation (following months of pro-democracy protests against him) on April 11, 2019, the military took over and has been in control since then. Since then, the country has been torn apart by a conflict between pro-democracy civilians and the military. Representatives of the pro-democracy movement began discussions with the military over who would take over when al-Bashir was ousted. These talks broke down last Monday. The military then reportedly killed dozens and wounded hundreds of protesters during a crackdown on a protest camp, described by Al Jazeera as the "worst violence" in the country since al-Bashir's overthrow. According to the United Nations, the death toll in the country currently stands at more than 100 dead, including 19 children. At least 700 people have been injured. Militia members ...
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