Tuesday, September 18, 2007

Recent Surge in Darfur Violence Threatens Peace Talks, Says Sec-General

Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon today expressed deep concern at the recent surge in fighting across the war-torn Darfur region in Sudan, warning that it jeopardizes the chances of success of the peace talks being held next month to try to end the conflict.

"The Secretary-General strongly urges all parties to show restraint and cease all military action in order to create a positive atmosphere for the envisaged political negotiations," his spokesperson said in a statement. Read more >>>>>

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