Khartoum, July 1(Darfur24) Western embassies in Khartoum, on Friday,
expressed their shock at the use of excessive force against peaceful
and defenseless demonstrators during June 30 processions , which led
to the killing of 9 protesters.
“We are saddened by the tragic loss of life in yesterday’s protests,
and we express our deepest condolences to the families of the
victims,” the US Embassy said in a brief statement on its Facebook
page.
On Thursday morning, thousands of demonstrators took to the streets
in the Sudanese capital, Khartoum, and a number of cities in the
states, to demand full civilian rule.
The US Embassy urged all parties to resume negotiations and called on
peaceful voices to rise above those who advocate for violence.
A statement from the British Embassy in Khartoum said, “We are
appalled by the loss of life in yesterday’s protests. Our deepest
condolences to the families who lost loved ones.”