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Sudan protests: Authorities deploy more troops

News and issues making the headlines each day.

Security forces in Sudan have used tear gas and live ammunition to try to disperse thousands of protesters who are demanding the resignation of President Omar al Bashir.

Eyewitnesses said some troops intervened to protect the protesters.

Also on the programme: At least 21 people have died during fighting in Tripoli; and a 麻豆社 investigation finds that Russian agents offered money to candidates in Madagascar鈥檚 presidential election.

(Photo: Protesters flee tear gas, Credit: EPA)

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  • Mon 8 Apr 2019 09:06GMT

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