Sudan has launched an investigation into crimes committed in the Darfur region under former President Omar al-Bashir, the state prosecutor says.
A trial could take place outside the country, Tagelsir al-Heber said.
Ten years ago the International Criminal Court issued an arrest warrant for Bashir on charges of genocide, war crimes and crimes against humanity.
The conflict between rebels and pro-government militias began in 2003. The UN says 300,000 people died.
After more than 30 years in power, Bashir was ousted earlier this year following mass protests.
The country is now run by a transitional government – composed of military rulers as well as members of the protest movement.
What did the prosecutor say?
Mr Heber said the Darfur investigation was focusing on “cases against former regime leaders”. He did not give names, but said no-one would be excluded from the investigation.
All crimes committed during the Darfur conflict would be looked at, he said – including numerous incidents of murder and rape.
If necessary, the trial could take place abroad, Mr Heber said, raising the prospect that Bashir could be transferred to the ICC in The Hague.
About 300,00 people died and 2 million were…
