1989 Sudanese coup d'état

The 1989 Sudanese coup d'état was a military takeover led by Lieutenant General Omar al-Bashir, who ousted the elected government of Prime Minister Sadiq al-Mahdi. Facing economic struggles, political instability, and unrest, the military aimed to restore order. Bashir's leadership marked the beginning of his long rule, lasting until 2019, and led to authoritarian policies, civil conflicts, and the exclusion of democratic processes in Sudan.