SUDAN The largest country in Africa, it has suffered a long series of insurrections which have divided the ruling party in the capital, Khartoum, from much of the country. KHARTOUM By 2003, Sudan ...

Fierce clashes in Sudan have left hopes for a peaceful transition to civilian rule in tatters. Forces loyal to two rival generals are vying for control, and civilians have suffered the most, with ...

Sudan is a vulnerable giant at the heart of a volatile region. It has 4,200 miles of land borders with seven other African nations, most already grappling with conflict or drought.