Mass demonstrations in response to calls of Resistance Committees took place in Khartoum and numerous cities east, north and central regions, demanding overthrow of coup authorities and full civilian rule. March of Millions proceeded to the republican palace. 4 protesters wounded in Omdurman by ammunition. Socialist Doctors Assoc reported authorities confronted processions with excessive violence, using live ammunition, rubber bullets, tear gas. Sen Coons cautioned Al Burhan: there is strong bipartisan support in Congress for legislation that would impose targeted sanctions on those undermining the democratic transition. Coons reiterated grave concern of colleagues regarding the political crisis and crackdown by forces on protesters that left nearly 80 people dead since coup…reminded Al Burhan of strong bipartisan support for sanctions on those violating human rights if the military does not change course… importance of ending lethal violence against protestors and enforcing accountability for violations, supporting UN-led political consultations toward establishing a civilian democratic government, facilitating the military’s exit from politics. Dabanga
