Throughline The Creeping Coup
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Jul 18, 2024 The podcast explores Sudan's long history of political turmoil, power struggles, and economic challenges. It delves into the country's geopolitical importance, ties to terrorism, and cycles of conflict between military leaders and civilians. The narrative discusses Sudan's revolution, military coup, and ongoing war, highlighting the complex web of global interests involved in the region.
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Khulud Kad's Escape Story
- Khulud Kad experienced the outbreak of fighting in Khartoum firsthand on April 15, 2023.
- She escaped Sudan by sea, witnessing the escalating violence firsthand from her home near the airport.
Sudan's Strategic Red Sea Importance
- Sudan's strategic Red Sea coast connects Europe and Asia via the Suez Canal, vital for global trade.
- Disruptions here could threaten Europe's energy supply and destabilize wider regions.
Colonial Era Roots of Sudan Conflict
- The 1898 war in Sudan was driven by the Mahdi's Islamic holy war against colonial powers.
- Britain fiercely defended Sudan to protect vital Nile and Red Sea trade routes including the Suez Canal.