The European Union has called on Sudan's military and civilian leaders to put the country's transition process "back on track".

It follows reports that a military takeover is under way in Sudan.

EU foreign affairs chief Josep Borrell tweeted on Monday that he was following events in the country with "utmost concern".

https://twitter.com/JosepBorrellF/status/1452513546319896577

Sudan's military has not commented on reports that civilian leaders, including Prime Minister Abdallah Hamdok, have been put under arrest by soldiers.