Historical Events tagged with "janjaweed"
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Social Movements & Civil Rights
Khartoum Massacre During Sit-in Protest
June 3rd, 2019 5 years ago
Security forces and Janjaweed militiamen stormed a peaceful sit-in protest in Khartoum, resulting in the deaths of over 100 people. The protest, which demanded the transfer of power to a civilian-led government, had drawn thousands. In a violent crackdown, the armed groups opened fire on demonstrators, leading to widespread condemnation and calls for accountability. This incident marked a significant escalation in the Sudanese crisis engulfing the nation during a tumultuous transitional period.
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