Latest "Sudan" stories

Navy secretary honors Marine guards who helped evacuate Sudan embassy

As a military power struggle erupted into deadly fighting in the Sudanese capital, the Marines worked to get the embassy ready for an evacuation.

By Irene Loewenson

12 days ago

What it was like for Marine embassy guards to evacuate Sudan

The Marines got the official word of the planned evacuation within 48 hours of its taking place.

By Irene Loewenson

5 weeks ago

UN envoy says Sudan’s warring sides agree to negotiate

The UN in Sudan says the country’s warring generals have agreed to take part in negotiations, potentially in Saudi Arabia.

5 weeks ago

US conducts first evacuation of its citizens from Sudan war

The U.S. has carried out its first evacuation of American citizens and permanent residents from Sudan since war broke out in the capital two weeks ago.

By Zeke Miller, Colleen Long, Matthew Lee & Ellen Knickmeyer, AP

5 weeks ago

Heavy clashes rock Sudan’s capital despite truce extension

Sudan's military and the Rapid Support Forces traded accusations of violating the cease-fire on Friday.

5 weeks ago

How 12 Marine security guards helped in Sudan embassy evacuation

“Their actions maintained security during a critical time and resulted in a safe movement out of Khartoum," a Marine spokesman said.

By Irene Loewenson

6 weeks ago