The rebels had signed a preliminary peace deal and ceasefire in February. This meant Sudan's first multiparty elections for 24 years held in April, were relatively quiet in Darfur. But Jem then left the negotiations in Qatar, claiming the government had launched new raids. Citing the doctors' union, SUNA reported that casualties are expected to increase as the fighting continues.
The union's local branch also "called for the securing of health facilities" and urged transport be made available for medics to assist the wounded. It plans a phased withdrawal of its approximately 8, armed and civilian personnel inside six months. Also in late December, clashes in South Darfur state left at least 15 people dead and dozens wounded, prompting the government to send troops to the area.
The vast Darfur region was the scene of a bitter conflict that erupted in , leaving around , people dead and 2. By Louis Charbonneau. John Holmes, U. Security Council meeting on the conflict in the western Sudanese region. Published On 6 Apr More from News.
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