July 2004
Diverse Reactions from Sudanese Government Officials to UN Security Council Resolution - 2004-07-31
Sudanese officials have varied responses to a UN Security Council resolution regarding the Darfur crisis. The Minister of Information rejects the resolution, while the Minister…
French Soldiers Begin Delivering Humanitarian Aid to Sudanese Refugees
French soldiers have started delivering humanitarian aid to Sudanese refugees who fled to Chad from Darfur. President Jacques Chirac has deployed additional troops to secure…
Mahdavi Report: German Government's Support for Sudanese Refugees - 2004-07-31
The German government has announced financial support for Sudanese refugees after the Foreign Minister's visit to Sudan and discussions with local officials. This move highlights…
The U.S. Softens Its Proposed Resolution on Sudan
The U.S. has revised its proposed resolution on Sudan by removing economic sanctions but still threatens the Sudanese government with economic actions if it does…
African Union Plans to Deploy Peacekeeping Force to Sudan - 2004-07-29
The African Union plans to send a peacekeeping force to Sudan to disarm militias in Darfur and protect civilians. The U.S. is urging Sudan to…
Egypt Requests More Time from the U.S. for the Sudanese Government
Egypt has asked the U.S. to grant the Sudanese government more time to disarm Arab militias in Darfur. This request comes amid concerns from the…
Colin Powell: Full Authority of Security Forces Should Be Given to Palestinian Prime Minister
Colin Powell emphasized the need for the Palestinian Prime Minister to have full control over security forces to effectively manage responsibilities post-Israel's Gaza withdrawal. This…
Sudan Will Resist Foreign Forces
Sudan's Foreign Minister has declared that the country will resist any foreign intervention in Darfur aimed at ending violence. This statement comes amid discussions by…
European Foreign Ministers: UN Should Impose Sanctions on Sudan
European foreign ministers are urging the UN to impose sanctions on Sudan if it does not end violence in Darfur. The Sudanese government has failed…
Omar al-Bashir: International Pressure to Resolve the Darfur Crisis Relates to the Dignity of Islam
Omar al-Bashir asserts that international pressure regarding the Darfur crisis is tied to the dignity of Islam. He maintains that the Sudanese government will not…
The European Union Calls on the Sudanese Government to Disarm Arab Militias
The EU has urged Sudan to disarm Arab militias and arrest their leaders accused of violence in Darfur. The UN reports that two rebel groups…
President Bush: The Sudanese Government Must Control Arab Militias - 2004-07-24
President Bush urged the Sudanese government to rein in Arab militias accused of violence in Darfur, amid ongoing attacks on civilians. The situation is complicated…
Colin Powell and Kofi Annan Call for Crisis Reduction in Darfur - 2004-07-23
Colin Powell and Kofi Annan have urged Sudan to take action to alleviate the humanitarian crisis in Darfur, where violence has led to mass displacement…
Sudan's Foreign Minister Warns the US and UK to Withdraw Their Troops from Darfur - 2004-07-22
Sudan's Foreign Minister warns the US and UK against sending troops to Darfur, suggesting it could lead to a situation similar to Iraq. British PM…
Colin Powell and Kofi Annan Meet on Sudan Crisis - 2004-07-22
Colin Powell and Kofi Annan are meeting to address the ongoing crisis in Darfur, Sudan. The U.S. plans to impose tougher sanctions on the Sudanese…
Kofi Annan Calls for Disarmament of Sudanese Militias - 2004-07-22
Kofi Annan has called on Sudan to disarm Arab militias accused of atrocities in Darfur, warning of potential international action if the government fails to…
Sudan Government Criticizes Human Rights Watch Report - 2004-07-21
The Sudanese government has rejected a Human Rights Watch report alleging its support for Arab militias in Darfur, calling the evidence false and accusing the…
Sudan: We Want to Return 200,000 Displaced Persons from Darfur to Their Homes - 2004-07-21
Sudan plans to return 200,000 displaced persons from Darfur but faces pressure from the UN to ensure security first. Many displaced individuals refuse to return…
Negotiations with Sudan's Darfur Rebels Ended Without Result - 2004-07-18
Negotiations between the African Union and Darfur rebels failed as two rebel groups walked out due to unmet demands from the Sudanese government. The talks…
White House: Mixed Results from Sudanese Government's Promises to Resolve Darfur Crisis - 2004-07-17
The White House has noted mixed outcomes from Sudan's efforts to address the Darfur crisis, urging improvements in security and aid access. Peace talks between…
US Foreign Aid Bill for the Upcoming Fiscal Year - 2004-07-16
The US House of Representatives has approved a foreign aid bill allocating $19 billion for the next fiscal year, focusing on military and economic support…
WHO Warns of Health Disaster in Darfur
The WHO has issued a warning about an impending health crisis in Darfur, citing cholera and malaria as major threats to displaced populations. Senior officials…
Dialogue Between the Sudanese Government and Two Rebel Groups - 2004-07-15
The Sudanese government and two rebel groups are negotiating in Ethiopia to end violence in Darfur, focusing on a ceasefire and refugee assistance. The talks…
US Government Accuses Fourth Guantanamo Detainee of Terrorist Activities - 2004-07-15
The US has charged Yemeni detainee Salim Ahmed Hamdan with terrorism-related activities, including conspiracy to attack civilians. This marks the fourth such accusation against a…
Two American Senators Describe Ongoing Killings in Western Sudan as Genocide - 2004-07-14
Two U.S. senators have labeled the violence in Darfur as genocide, drawing parallels to the Rwandan genocide. They hope their resolution will prompt international action,…
The Largest Locust Attack in West Africa
West Africa is facing its largest locust invasion in fifteen years, with millions of locusts migrating from North Africa threatening agricultural regions like Senegal and…
Italy Finally Allows 37 African Refugees from German Ship to Disembark
Italy has allowed 37 African refugees from a German rescue ship to disembark after a lengthy standoff, but the ship's captain and crew have been…
U.S. State Department: Sudan Has Not Fulfilled Its Commitment
The U.S. State Department has criticized Sudan for failing to stop human rights abuses in Darfur and plans to pursue UN sanctions. Human rights groups…
German Foreign Minister Meets with Sudanese Counterpart in Khartoum - 2004-07-12
German Foreign Minister Joschka Fischer met with his Sudanese counterpart to discuss urgent actions needed to prevent a humanitarian crisis in Darfur. He emphasized the…
Sudan and Chad Agreements to End the Darfur Regional Crisis - 2004-07-11
Sudan and Chad have reached an agreement to establish joint patrols and a security commission to address the ongoing crisis in Darfur. The agreement was…
Sudan and Chad Agree to End the Crisis in Darfur Region
Sudan and Chad have reached an agreement to establish joint patrols and a security commission to address the ongoing crisis in the Darfur region. This…
UN Health Workers Unable to Vaccinate Children Due to Violence in Darfur - 2004-07-11
UN health workers are unable to vaccinate over 500,000 children in Darfur due to severe violence. The situation is exacerbated by the displacement of Black…
Arrest of 2 Sudanese Nationals at Brussels Airport on Suspicion of Ties to Al-Qaeda - 2004-07-11
Two Sudanese nationals were arrested at Brussels Airport on suspicion of links to Al-Qaeda while traveling with fake passports. Their luggage contained images of terrorists…
Meeting of the Presidents of Sudan and Chad Regarding the Humanitarian Crisis in Darfur - 2004-07-10
The Presidents of Sudan and Chad met to discuss the humanitarian crisis in Darfur, focusing on establishing patrols to prevent Arab militias from crossing into…
Warning from Sudan's Foreign Minister
Sudan's Foreign Minister Mustafa Ismail warns that UN sanctions over the Darfur crisis will weaken the government's resolution efforts and undermine agreements with the UN.…
UNHCR Requests Italian Authorities to Allow German Rescue Ship to Dock
The UNHCR has urged Italy to allow a German rescue ship with 37 Sudanese refugees to dock for humanitarian assistance. The Italian government insists that…
Colin Powell: Sudanese Government Must Immediately Stop Human Rights Violations in Darfur - 2004-07-09
Colin Powell urged the Sudanese government to halt human rights abuses in Darfur, warning of potential U.S. actions if they fail to comply. The UN…
United Nations: Despite Sudan's Commitment, Attacks on Civilians in Darfur Continue - 2004-07-09
The United Nations reports ongoing attacks on civilians in Darfur despite Sudan's promises to halt violence. U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell demands an end…
U.S. Secretary of State's Warning to the Sudanese Government - 2004-07-09
U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell warned Sudan to stop human rights abuses in Darfur or face serious consequences. The UN is discussing a resolution…
Colin Powell: African Governments Must Take Responsibility for Their People's Welfare - 2004-07-09
Colin Powell emphasized the need for African governments to take responsibility for their citizens' welfare while acknowledging U.S. support in various sectors. He highlighted the…
Kofi Annan Warns Sudanese Government on Disarming Arab Militias - 2004-07-08
Kofi Annan warned the Sudanese government to disarm Arab militias in Darfur or face sanctions. The warning was issued during a UN Security Council meeting,…
Kofi Annan: The 'Disastrous' Situation in Darfur Poses a Threat to Regional Stability
Kofi Annan warns that the dire situation in Darfur threatens regional stability and could lead to a larger humanitarian crisis. He spoke at the African…
US Legislators Warn About the Situation in Darfur
US lawmakers Frank Wolf and Sam Brownback have returned from Sudan, warning that the situation in Darfur could escalate to genocidal levels similar to those…
Kofi Annan Warns About Ongoing Crisis in Sudan - 2004-07-06
Kofi Annan has warned that the crisis in Darfur poses a significant threat to regional stability and could escalate if violence against civilians continues. He…
Food Aid Sent to Tens of Thousands of Refugees in Darfur Region - 2004-07-06
The World Food Programme is increasing food aid to refugees in Darfur, with 700,000 already assisted and plans to help another 500,000. This follows international…
African Union Plans to Deploy Forces to Turbulent Darfur Region
The African Union is set to deploy around 300 troops to the conflict-ridden Darfur region of Sudan to monitor a ceasefire and protect observers. This…
The Sudanese government has promised to immediately begin disarming Arab militias in the Darfur region.
The Sudanese government has pledged to disarm Arab militias accused of violence against Black residents in Darfur and to send troops for civilian protection. This…
Sudan Government Promises to Disarm Arab Militias Immediately - 2004-07-04
The Sudanese government has pledged to disarm Arab militias accused of violence against black civilians in Darfur and to send forces for civilian protection. This…
The Worst Humanitarian Crisis in the World in Sudan - 2004-07-03
The Sudanese government has committed to disarming Arab militias and protecting civilians in Darfur following pressure from the UN and the U.S. This situation has…
The United States Calls for Punishment of Arab Militias in Sudan at the UN Security Council
The U.S. has urged the UN Security Council to impose sanctions on Arab militias in Sudan for atrocities against black civilians in Darfur. Andrew Natsios…
Kofi Annan: Sudan Must Immediately Disarm Arab Militias
Kofi Annan has called on Sudan to disarm Arab militias responsible for violence against Sudanese blacks in Darfur. This statement followed his meeting with President…
Kofi Annan Meets Tribal Leaders in Darfur State, Northern Sudan - 2004-07-02
Kofi Annan assured displaced people in Darfur that they would not be forced to return home until their safety is ensured. He met with tribal…
Kofi Annan to Pressure Sudanese Government to Improve Security Situation in Darfur - 2004-07-02
Kofi Annan is urging the Sudanese government to enhance security for displaced people in Darfur. His visit follows a warning from the U.S. about potential…
US Proposal for Arms and Travel Sanctions on Sudanese Arab Militias - 2004-07-01
The US has proposed UN sanctions against Sudanese Arab militias accused of atrocities in Darfur. This follows Secretary of State Colin Powell's visit to Sudan.…
Sudan Suppresses Militias Accused of Human Rights Violations in Darfur Region
Sudan has pledged to suppress militias accused of human rights abuses in Darfur following a visit from U.S. Secretary of State Colin Powell. The Sudanese…