Blue Nile — On Friday, during a workshop in Blue Nile state, Dr Siddig Tawir, a member of Sudan's Sovereign Council, saluted "the heroes who sacrificed their lives during the December Revolution in Blue Nile state", describing them as "the spark of the revolution". It is widely acknowledged that the December Revolution grew from public demonstrations that started in Blue Nile.
Tawir encouraged the residents of Blue Nile to work hard and make sure that the whole community participates fully in the peace process, "especially women because they are the most affected in wars and conflicts".
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