Originally posted by the Voice of America. Voice of America content is produced by the Voice of America, a United States federal government-sponsored entity, and is in the public domain. Sudan Closes Borders With Libya, Central African Republic Reuters KHARTOUM, SUDAN - Sudan's transitional government ordered the immediate closure of the nation's borders with Libya and Central African Republic on Thursday, citing unspecified security and economic "dangers". A statement by the Sovereign Transitional Council said vehicles had been illegally crossing the borders with the two nations, which have both been mired in violence. The council did not give further details about what the "dangers" were. References Visible links Hidden links: 1. file://localhost/africa/protesters-sudan-condemn-previous-days-attack-security-forces .