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The Sudanese army has seized control of the main headquarters of the Central Bank of Sudan, escalating tensions in the country as military factions continue their power struggle. This latest move raises concerns about the stability of Sudan's financial system amidst ongoing political unrest.
The Sudanese army has reportedly seized control of the main headquarters of the Central Bank of Sudan, according to military sources. This development comes amid escalating tensions in the country, where the military and paramilitary forces have been engaged in ongoing clashes.
The army’s actions are part of a broader power struggle, with competing factions vying for control over critical state institutions. The seizure of the Central Bank’s headquarters is significant, as it could have serious implications for Sudan’s financial system and its ability to manage resources, particularly amid ongoing political instability.
Military sources indicated that the army’s takeover was a strategic move in the context of the broader conflict, although the exact reasons behind the timing remain unclear. While the situation in Sudan remains fluid, this latest escalation highlights the ongoing volatility and uncertainty that has marked the country’s political landscape since the ousting of long-time president Omar al-Bashir in 2019.
The international community has expressed concern over the deteriorating situation in Sudan. Experts warn that the control of key financial institutions by military factions could further undermine the country's already fragile economy. With inflation rising and vital services struggling to function, Sudan faces an increasingly uncertain future.
As the Sudanese people continue to endure the consequences of this conflict, the military’s move to seize control of such a crucial institution signals the deepening rift within the country’s leadership. The global community will be watching closely, hoping for a resolution that can bring stability to a nation in turmoil.
The Kremlin is utilising the recent United States and Israeli military strikes on Iran to validate its ongoing war in Ukraine. Russian officials are pointing to the escalation in the Middle East as evidence that Western nations do not adhere to international rules.
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The Middle East crisis intensifies after the deadly attack on the compound of the Supreme Leader of Iran Ali Khamenei on Saturday that killed him, other family members and senior figures. Iran has launched retaliatory strikes on U.S. targets in the region.
U.S. President Donald Trump said the U.S. military has enough stockpiled weapons to fight wars "forever"; in a social media post late on Monday. The remarks came hours before conflict in Iran and the Middle East entered its fourth day.
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The United Nations has called for an investigation into a deadly attack on a girls’ primary school in Iran, which Iranian officials say has killed more than 100 children. The U.S. has said its forces “would not” deliberately target a school.
U.S. first lady, Melania Trump chaired a UN Security Council meeting on children and education in conflict on Monday (2 March), a move criticised by Iran as hypocritical following U.S. and Israeli strikes that triggered a UN warning about risks to children.
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