Sudan's president sworn in for another 5 year term

Sudan’s President, Omar al-Bashir was sworn in for another five years on Tuesday, reports the Associated Press.

Omar al-Bashir, who has been indicted for war crimes by the International Criminal Court, extended his 25 year rule in Sudan, despite being subject to international sanctions.

Bashir was re-elected after opposition parties boycotted the elections.

Opposition leaders, in a joint statement released after the elections said that they do not recognise the election results.

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