Sudan (Darfur)
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UNAMID
African Union - United Nations Hybrid Operation in Darfur (UN-mandated)
Since: 01/08
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Sudan rebels say take town in Darfur in new push (08.05.2012)
(Source:Reuters AlertNet)
Rebels in Sudan's western Darfur region said on Tuesday they had seized control of a town from Sudanese government troops, part of their campaign to topple President Omar Hassan al-Bashir's government.
Security Council heads towards reduction of Darfur hybrid force (26.04.2012)
(Source:Sudan Tribune)
U.N. undersecretary-general Herve Ladsous recommended Thursday to reduce some 4000 troops of the African Union –United Nations Mission in Darfur (UNAMID) as result of the improvement of security situation there.
Security Council condemns ‘in strongest terms’ attack on peacekeepers in Darfur (24.04.2012)
(Source:UN News)
The Security Council today condemned “in the strongest terms” an attack on peacekeepers in West Darfur, Sudan, in which four were wounded, one of whom subsequently died as a result of wounds sustained in the attack.
UN-African mission chief reports security, humanitarian improvements (13.04.2012)
(Source:UN News)
The head of the joint United Nations-African Union mission in the western Sudanese region of Darfur (UNAMID) reports a decrease in clashes and ethnic conflict, as well as a decline in criminal activities against civilians, including banditry, and fewer attacks on humanitarian convoys in the area. In the first quarter of 2012, the strength of patrols in the region has been increased. They also cover larger geographic areas than before.
UN-African mission chief reports security, humanitarian improvements (12.04.2012)
(Source:UN News)
The head of the joint United Nations-African Union mission in the western Sudanese region of Darfur (UNAMID) today reported a decrease in clashes and ethnic conflict, as well as a decline in criminal activities against civilians, including banditry, and fewer attacks on humanitarian convoys in the area.
UNAMID, world's largest peacekeeping mission, faces cuts (29.03.2012)
(Source:Reliefweb)
The United Nations and the African Union are reducing the size of their hybrid peacekeeping mission in Darfur, known as UNAMID. Conditions in the western Sudanese region are said to be improving, even as tensions flare along the Sudan/South Sudan border. … It was not immediately clear how large the cutback will be. Officials say that decision will be made by the UN Security Council over the next few weeks.
ICC prosecutor urges world to do more to end impunity in Darfur (05.03.2012)
(Source:UN News)
The Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court (ICC) today urged the international community to find “the final solution” for the problem of impunity in Sudan’s conflict-affected region of Darfur, where he said war crimes have continued despite warrants of arrest against several senior officials, including the president.
Gunmen kill blue helmet serving with UN-AU mission in Darfur (29.02.2012)
(Source:UN News)
A peacekeeper serving with the joint United Nations-African Union operation in Sudan’s troubled Darfur region has been killed after unidentified gunmen ambushed a patrol earlier today.
Darfur peacekeepers ready to defend themselves - UNAMID general (22.02.2012)
(Source:Sudan Tribune)
The joint peacekeeping operation in Darfur (UNAMID) today said that its troops are ready to open fire to defend themselves after a two day blockage of a long-range patrol by the rebel Justice and Equality Movement (JEM) in northern west Darfur.
Sudan's Jem Darfur rebels 'release Unamid peacekeepers' (20.02.2012)
(Source:BBC)
Rebels in Sudan's Darfur province say they have released 49 African peacekeepers they accused of entering their territory without permission.
Security Council extends mandate of panel on Darfur-related sanctions (17.02.2012)
(Source:UN News)
The Security Council today extended for another year the mandate of the panel of experts monitoring sanctions imposed on Sudan in connection with the conflict in Darfur, voicing regret that some individuals affiliated with the Government have continued to commit violence against civilians and to impede the peace process.
Darfur Regional Authority launched (08.02.2012)
(Source:BBC)
Sudan's president has launched a body intended to kick-start development in the war-torn western region of Darfur. The new Darfur Regional Authority aims to share power and wealth, compensate those affected by the nine-year war and help the return of displaced people.
UNAMID chief is a burden on Darfur crisis – JEM rebels (04.02.2012)
(Source:Sudan Tribune)
Citing violations in UNAMID's mandate by Ibrahim Gambari … a JEM spokesman said the rebel group had alerted Ban Ki-moon that Gambari had become a heavy burden to the Darfur crisis.
UNAMID chief told to avoid unnecessary contact with Bashir (01.02.2012)
(Source:Sudan Tribune)
The United Nations on Wednesday disclosed that it asked the head of the Darfur Peacekeeping mission (UNAMID) Ibrahim Gambari to avoid repeating unnecessary encounters with the Sudanese president Omer Hassan al-Bashir.
More needs to be done to enhance Darfur’s peace process – UN official (30.01.2012)
(Source:UN News)
A strong political will, adequate financial resources and strengthened operations to help Darfur’s vulnerable population are needed to accelerate the peace and reconciliation process in Sudan, a senior United Nations official said today.
Darfur rebels split after leader's death: peacekeepers (25.01.2012)
(Source:Reliefweb)
A rebel movement that was once the most powerful in Sudan's war-ravaged Darfur region appears to have split into factions since the death of its leader last month, the head of the peacekeeping mission to the region said on Wednesday.
Sudan demands reduction to Darfur peacekeeping mission (17.01.2012)
(Source:Sudan Tribune)
The Sudanese ambassador told the UN Security Council that this demand is consistent with the UN Resolution 2003 of 2011 which calls to review the component of the hybrid mission.
UN says Sudan government blocking Darfur patrols (11.01.2012)
(Source:Reliefweb)
The United Nations said Wednesday that the Sudanese government is "severely" restricting movements by peacekeepers in Darfur where fresh clashes have broken out and peace talks are deadlocked. The Khartoum authorities are also holding up hundreds of visa applications for military, police and civilian personnel for the UN mission in Darfur, UNAMID, peacekeeping chief Herve Ladsous told a UN Security Council meeting on the Sudanese region … .
UN official notes promising steps on implementation of Darfur peace document (11.01.2012)
(Source:UN News)
The head of the United Nations department of peacekeeping told the Security Council today that initial steps by the Sudanese Government and one of the rebel movements in Darfur to implement the peace document signed in Qatar last year have been promising, and urged the international community to support their efforts.
Bashir establishes two states in Darfur, reshuffles governors (10.01.2012)
(Source:Sudan Tribune)
Sudanese President Omer al-Bashir on Tuesday issued three decrees creating two new states and appointing new governors in the country’s western region of Darfur. The changes are part of the Doha Document for Peace in Darfur (DDPD) … .
Sudan to establish special court for Darfur crimes and appoints new special prosecutor (10.01.2012)
(Source:Sudan Tribune)
The Sudanese justice minister Mohamed Bushara Dousa issued a decree on Tuesday by which he appointed a special prosecutor for Darfur and announced that he will soon establish a special court to handle the “gravest” crimes committed in Sudan’s western region. … Today’s decree is part of the requirements stipulated by the Doha Document for Peace in Darfur (DDPD) signed between Khartoum and the Liberation and Justice Movement (LJM) last July.
UN-backed body on implementing peace pact holds inaugural meeting (19.12.2011)
(Source:UN News)
A commission central to the implementation of a peace agreement between the Sudanese Government and one of the rebel movements in Darfur has held its inaugural meeting, chaired by the head of the joint UN-African Union (AU) peacekeeping mission, Ibrahim Gambari. The Joint Commission … is one of two ceasefire monitoring and implementation mechanisms provided for in the Doha Document for Peace in Darfur (DDPD), … .
Door closing on wider Darfur peace deal: AU-UN (18.12.2011)
(Source:Reliefweb)
The door is closing for more rebel groups to join the peace process in Sudan's Darfur, the head of the joint African Union-United Nations Mission to the region told AFP in an interview on Sunday. Ibrahim Gambari said a new rebel alliance that aims to topple the regime in Khartoum makes it less likely that more signatories will join a peace accord reached in July.
Great Lakes summit in Uganda designate Darfur rebel groups as anti-peace forces (17.12.2011)
(Source:Sudan Tribune)
The International Conference of the Great Lakes region (ICGLR) designated two major Darfur rebel groups as negative forces that should be combated. At the summit held in Uganda this week, the heads of states approved recommendations of the ministerial meetings calling for working against the Sudan Liberation Movement (SLM) and Justice & Equality Movement (JEM).
ICC Prosecutor presents new case in Darfur (02.12.2011)
(Source:Reliefweb)
Today the Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court, Luis Moreno-Ocampo, requested Pre-Trial Chamber I to issue an arrest warrant against the current Sudanese Defense Minister Abdelrahim Mohamed Hussein for crimes against humanity and war crimes committed in Darfur from August 2003 to March 2004.
UNAMID chief urges firm international backing for Darfur peace (29.11.2011)
(Source:Reliefweb)
The Darfur region of Sudan currently faces an important moment of transition and the African Union along with the international community need to act decisively and collectively to consolidate the political and humanitarian gains made recently as well as encourage further progress … Ibrahim Gambari, the head of the African Union-United Nations Mission in Darfur (UNAMID), said yesterday.
UNAMID continues funding quick impact projects in Darfur (23.11.2011)
(Source:Reliefweb)
As part of the Mission strategy to assist in the development of Darfur, UNAMID yesterday funded seven Quick Impact Projects (QIP) that will be implemented by local partners in various localities in South Darfur.
Washington urges resumption of peace talks (16.11.2011)
(Source:Sudan Tribune)
At the end of a two-day workshop on peace in Darfur held in Washington on Wednesday, the US Administration called for the resumption of talks for a negotiated settlement between Khartoum and the non signatory rebels.
Sudan rebel groups form alliance to topple Bashir (14.11.2011)
(Source:VOA News)
Four major Sudanese rebel groups have formed an alliance aimed at toppling the government of President Omar al-Bashir. The four groups - three from the Darfur region and one based in two states to the east - are calling themselves the Sudan Revolutionary Front, or SRF.
Washington meeting should focus on Doha document for peace in Darfur – LJM (08.11.2011)
(Source:Sudan Tribune)
The Liberation and Justice Movement (LJM) said will attend a workshop on peace in Darfur scheduled next week in Washington but warned that the dialogue with holdout rebels should be based on the Doha document for peace in Darfur (DDPD).