Day 29 of the Military Coup
Summary of Events
The country is still processing yesterday's events: the release of PM Hamdok and his signing of a political agreement with coup leaders to form a new "government of technocrats" and work through to elections, reportedly to be held before July 2023.
In response to the deal, 12 ministers from the dissolved government have submitted their resignations to the rehired PM - a move highlighting their rejection of this agreement. The Minister of Industry, as well as the Minister of Cabinet Affairs, remain in unlawful detention by the military.
After (premature) congratulations shared by the international community on the agreement, a more reserved position seems to be taken today by USA. The Secretary of State Anthony Blinken told coup leaders that more progress needs to be made before aid is restored. In addition, Delaware Senator Chris Coons, who had submitted a proposal to Congress calling for individual sanctions on coup leaders, released a statement saying that he is following through on presenting the proposal to Congress.
On the ground, still no word yet on the release of detainees arrested and held by coup forces since October 25, particularly in marginalized areas, where there is less visibility and increased risk of violence against detainees.
Resistance activities have continued across the country, including public forums, protests and general preparations for the November 25 nationwide mass demonstrations (#Nov25March).
The boycott campaign set up by resistance committees to socially ostracize coup leaders and supporters is in full swing, with the village of Gandatu in River Nile State (hometown of alBurhan) coming out with a statement denouncing his actions and disowning him.
For more insight into the current situation and the Sudanese people's position, I highly recommend watching this Atlantic Council conversation on the topic - or just reading this recap.