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Sudan protesters report attempt to break up sit-in

News and issues making the headlines each day.

Anti-government protesters in Sudan say there have been efforts to break up the sit-in outside Army headquarters in Khartoum.

Reports suggest the troops have stepped back from immediate confrontation. Earlier the group leading the protests said the military council currently leading Sudan should be replaced by civilians.

Also on the programme: the UN voices concern over the continuing fighting in Libya; and as the highly-anticipated final season of Game of Thrones kicks off, what is the secret to its success?

(Photo: Sudanese demonstrator, Credit: Reuters)

53 minutes

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  • Mon 15 Apr 2019 09:06GMT

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