Militia Attacks Resume in Darfur

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Militia attacks have resumed and the humanitarian situation continues to worsen in Darfur. Meanwhile, the  international community and humanitarian organizations are decreasing their involvement in the region. In the first week of November, militia attacks on IDP camps killed hundreds, including many children. In addition, thousands fled from the violence for other camps, fearing for the safety. In recent weeks, UN and the AU have given reports accusing the Sudanese government of continuing to fund the Janjaweed militias responsible for these attacks, but the government denies thecharges. The renewed attacks and perpetual movement of the displaced Sudanese add to the immense need for humanitarian assistance. Despite this, some international aid organizations are leaving Darfur altogether.

The Norwegian Refugee Council has announced that it will end its operations in Sudan because the government has repeatedly interfered with its work, rendering it largely ineffective and inefficient. In the last two years, the Sudanese government has suspended the NRC's efforts five times, preventing the organization from helping the hundreds of thousands who have fled from their homes. Without political pressure from the international community, it is likely that the Sudanese government will attempt to drive out other humanitarian organizations.


To push the US government to support the AU forces and act as an accountability force for the Sudanese government, join the STAND Call-In Day on Wednesday, November 15. Find out more  at standnow.org

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