Sudan


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Flag Description
Three equal horizontal bands of red (top), white, and black with a green isosceles triangle based on the hoist side.

Currency
Sudanese dinar.

Astronomy
Today's date is December 5, 2008. There is currently a New Moon.

Location
Northern africa, bordering the red sea, between egypt and eritrea.

Climate
Tropical in south; arid desert in north; rainy season varies by region (april to november).

Terrain
Generally flat, featureless plain; mountains in far south, northeast and west; desert dominates the north.

Elevation Extremes
The lowest point is at Red Sea 0 m. The highest point is at Kinyeti 3,187 m.

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Sudan

This is a map of Sudan. The map illustrates the location of Khartoum and its proximity to Port Sudan, Atbara, Juba, and the Nile River.

Other countries on this map include: Libya / Chad / Kenya

Sudan News:
UN urged to support Sudan arrest
The International Criminal Court (ICC) prosecutor warns the UN not to shield Sudan's president if the court issues an arrest warrant.
Fears for held Sudanese activist
Human rights groups express fears for the safety of a Sudanese activist detained three times since Monday.

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