Sudan's Bashir declares state of emergency, dissolves government

[Zombinie]

Sudan President Omar al-Bashir, facing the country’s biggest popular protests since he came to power 30 years ago, declared a one-year state of emergency on Friday and called on parliament to postpone constitutional amendments that would allow him to seek another term in a 2020 presidential election.

In a televised speech, Bashir said he would dissolve the central government as well as state governments.

He also addressed the opposition. “I extend a sincere invitation to the opposition forces, who are still outside the path of national reconciliation ... to move forward and engage in the dialogue regarding the current issues of our country”.

In a subsequent decree, Bashir set up a caretaker administration comprising a senior official from each ministry, but kept the defense, foreign and justice ministers in place.

The anti-government demonstrations began on Dec. 19, triggered by price increases and cash shortages, but quickly developed into protests against Bashir’s rule.

Sudan's Bashir declares state of emergency, dissolves government..

Seem's like Bashir is giving up control, in a surprisingly peaceful turn of events. Who knows how this might turn out one year from now.

[ThePinkPanzer]

It'd be nice if the Arab Spring might get one more win besides Tunisia. Have some positive lasting legacy somewhere else.

[Lamoyant Llama]

So the guy who not 10 years ago unleashed chemical weapons on his own people now puts military in power and suggests dialogue?
I hope people are careful