NEW : The police use tear gas outside of mosques . The two mosques in both cities are attended by supporters of Sudan 's two largest opposition parties , the Umma and Democratic Union parties . Sudan faces soaring inflation since its split from South Sudan a year ago . President says these measures will help boost the economy . Protests started at universities in the capital two weeks ago , but have expanded nationwide .
NEW : The police use tear gas outside of mosques . Sudan faces soaring inflation since its split from South Sudan a year ago . President says these measures will help boost the economy . Protests started at universities in the capital two weeks ago , but have expanded nationwide .