Turkey, Qatar express 'concern' over coup in Sudan

The Sudanese military has arrested civilians in the transitional government and seized power.
A Sudanese demonstrator flashes the victory sign during a demonstration in the capital Khartoum, on Oct. 25, 2021, to denounce overnight detentions by the army of members of Sudan's government.
A Sudanese demonstrator flashes the victory sign during a demonstration in the capital Khartoum on Oct. 25, 2021, to denounce overnight detentions by the army of members of Sudan's government. - AFP via Getty Images
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Al-Monitor Staff

Turkey and Qatar both called for de-escalation in Sudan Monday following a coup in the African country. 

The Turkish Foreign Ministry said in a press release, “We are deeply concerned with the news regarding the coup attempt in the Sudan,” and called on Sudanese leaders to respect the country’s transition to democracy. 

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