Daily protests have cost the lives of over 50 protesters during clashes with security forces according to human rights groups.
Bashir bans protests, introduces draconian repressive measures ANA Sudanese protesters have been holding anti-government protests that have been met with a brutal response from security forces . AFP/File/STRINGER Sudanese President Omar Al Bashir has banned all unlicensed public gatherings and given sweeping powers to Sudan’s security forces in a series of emergency decrees as he battles to douse mass protests which continue to engulf the country.
Security forces now have the power to search any building, restrict movement of people and public transport, arrest individuals suspected of a crime related to the state of emergency and seize assets or property during investigations. Prosecutors will now be able to strip people, including lawmakers and military officials, of immunity allowing them to set up special emergency courts.
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