Aid group condemns junta-backed militia for attack in Sudan’s Darfur and other stories
Today we look at renewed attacks on communities in Darfur, Sudan; the results of France’s presidential runoff election, and more
Sudan’s army accused of blocking humanitarian access to central Darfur
The government and four other armed rebel groups had agreed to a ceasefire on October 21 last year to facilitate humanitarian access to the civil war-affected area. Any violation by the government forces might prove to be a set back for the progress made in the peace negotiations so far
End to Sudan’s civil war may hinge on formation of legislative council
After the violence in West Darfur which left over 50 dead, Sudan’s civilian forces are pushing for the formation of a legislative council which can revoke the immunity to military generals
Peace in Darfur seems unlikely until dissolution of militias complicit in genocide
The latest bout of violence in Darfur, which is believed to have cost 48 lives, has halted peace negotiations. A sustainable peace process seems unlikely till the militias involved in mass killings are dissolved and those in power who supported them are overthrown
Darfur peace process suffers a jolt following violent clash
Peace negotiations between Sudan’s government and armed groups was halted after a clash in West Darfur that saw the death of eight people and left several others injured. Many have gone missing
- Israeli court extends solitary confinement of Ahmad Manasra who is suffering from mental illness
- Crimes against humanity are being systematically committed in Myanmar, says report
- Postal workers in the UK to escalate struggle for pay rise
- Families of disappeared persons rally in Sri Lanka, continue struggle for justice
- Lula up four points in a week, poll suggests possible 1st round victory
