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Inside Story – Darfur conflict: A rebel leader’s death

December 26th, 2011 by Tom Law
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Will the killing of Khalil Ibrahim help or hinder attempts to broker a lasting peace in the troubled region of Darfur? Inside Story, discusses with guests: Hafiz Mohammed, Ishag Meki and Rabie Abdul Atti.

The Sudanese army said it killed the leader of the main Darfur rebel group, touting his death as a key victory against a powerful rebel force.

Khalil Ibrahim, who led the Justice and Equality Movement, died of his wounds after a military offensive in North Kordofan state, which borders the western region of Darfur.

He was considered one of Khartoum’s most powerful opponents in Darfur.

His movement, in its most stunning display of might, launched an attack in the outskirt of Khartoum that shook the government. At least 200 people, including rebels, civilians and security, died in that attack.

Al Jazeera’s Mohamed Vall reports from the Sudanese capital.

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Not sure why Al Jazeera are talking to Al-Intibaha the Fox News of Sudanese newspapers but otherwise good piece.

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Sudan News and Press Summary, 24 June 2010

June 24th, 2010 by Tom Law
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Khalil Ibrahim : ”JEM have control over rural area in Darfur” Leader of JEM, Khalil Ibrahim claimed that his troops had control over the rural area around Nyala and El Fasher and he threatened to attack those cities. Meanwhile, press reports said fighting was continuing between the Sudanese Armed Forces and JEM in south Darfur. ( Altayar _ Many Newspapers )

Initial census results in South Kordofan show an increase in the population
State Governor of South Kordofan, Ahmed Haroun revealed that the census process had been run safely and 80% of the operation had been completed . The census officer stated that there was an increase in the number of the people in the state. ( Alsahafa)

Other News

Misseriya and Alrizigat tribes set to sign agreement on Saturday. ( Sudani )

The NCP and SPLM delegations ended their meeting in Addis yesterday. The two partners refused to inform the press of the outcome. ( Alsahafa )

Two German aid workers were been kidnapped in Nyala yesterday. ( All newspapers)

During the parliamentary session yesterday, SPLM and NCP MPs disagreed over the formation of parliamentary committees. ( Many Newspapers )

Chad and Egypt are set to encourage JEM to join the talks in Doha. ( Alahdath )

The government has criticised Libya over its support to JEM. ( Many Newspapers )

Source: The Daily Press Summary – British Embassy Sudan

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Sudan Press and News Summary – June 1, 2010

June 1st, 2010 by Tom Law
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Disagreement between CPA partners over establishment of Human Rights Commission
SPLM, General Secretary, Yasser Arman revealed that the two CPA partners have reached an agreement on CPA implementation, Darfur conflict and democratic changes. The agreement also allocated 9 ministerial and 46 parliamentary seats for the SPLM. Alahdath newspaper reported that despite these agreements, the two partners failed to establish the Human Rights Commission and discuss Abyei issues. Other points needing to be finalised include the appoint for the ministries of Foreign Affairs and Oil. ( Alahdath ) [Read more →]

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Sudan Press and News Summary – May 31, 2010

May 31st, 2010 by Tom Law
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Three opposition leaders blocked from participating in the ICC conference
The authorities in Khartoum airport prevented three opposition leaders from travelling to Kampala to participate in a conference organised by the ICC and confiscated their passports. Mariam AlMahdi from the National Umma Party, Mahmud Salih from the Communist Party and Al-Bukhari Al-Ja’ali from DUP Original held a press conference yesterday in which they stated their objection. Mariam criticised the decision saying that the action was a consequence of structural changes following the election whereby the government arrests politicians, journalists and re-introduces press censorship. A government official downplayed the ICC conference saying and the decision was taken in order that Sudanese views on non-collaboration with the court could be upheld. ( Many Newspapers ) [Read more →]

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Sudan Press and News Summary – May 27, 2010

May 27th, 2010 by Tom Law
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A weak representation for westerners in the Al-Bashir inauguration event
The elected president, Omer Hassan Ahmed Al-Bashir is set to swear in the parliament today. Malawi president, (Head of AU) arrived in Khartoum this morning to participate in the event in addition to the Chadian, Central African, Eritrean , Ethiopian, Mauritian presidents and the former Kenyan president. Egypt, Libya China, Kenya & Qatar have sent representatives. The UN , Arab League, African Union and IGAD are also attending. An official in the European desk at the Ministry of Affairs said the west has lower representation in the event. Governor of South Sudan president, Salva Kiir also arrived in the parliament. ( All Newspapers _ National TV ) [Read more →]

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Sudan Press and News Summary – May 17, 2010

May 17th, 2010 by Tom Law
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Opposition parties set to organise a strike against al Turabi arrest
Speaking on behalf of the National Consensus Force in a press conference yesterday, Miriam Alsadig revealed that the group condemned the arrest of the Popular Congress Party Leader, Hassan Al Turabi saying that this action would affect democratic change and hinder the referendum process. Mariam claimed that NCP would use the security and emergency laws to block political activities in the country. Popular Congress Party members stated that they would organise a strike and demonstrations against the arrest. General Secretary for the Party, Kamal Omer said that opposition parties agreed to mobilise the public and organise a number of activities against the arrest. He added that the activities would start next week at a forum in the National Umma Party premises in Omdurman. ( All Newspapers ) [Read more →]

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Sudan Press and News Summary – May 10, 2010

May 10th, 2010 by Tom Law
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Egypt confirm its support for the unity of Sudan
The Egyptian Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ahmed Aboul Gheit and Head of Intelligence, Omer Suliman discussed with the elected president Omer Al-Bashir the referendum, conflict in Darfur and dispute between River Nile Basin countries. Speaking to press, Aboul Gheit affirmed that Sudan and Egypt have pledged to previous River Nile Basin agreement. He also said that his country would collaborate and engage in discussions to reach a comprehensive agreement with involved countries. In Juba, Aboul discussed with GoSS governor, Salva Kiir the unity of Sudan and the CPA implementation. ( All Newspapers ) [Read more →]

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Sudan Elections and News Summary – April 26, 2010

April 26th, 2010 by Tom Law
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The elections result will be announced in the coming 48 hours
National Electoral Commission revealed that the final election result will be announced within 48 hours, subject to remaining information from the Equatorial and the Unity States, which was anticipated to finish soon. Head of the Technical Committee for NEC, Al Hadi Mohamed Ahmed said that the state committees were not authorize to announce the results. Meanwhile, European Union Observation Mission stated concerns on the result delay and requested a transparent approach to the issue. ( Many Newspapers) [Read more →]

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Sudan Elections and News Summary – 15 March, 2010

March 15th, 2010 by Tom Law
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Ghazi set to meet Khalil Ibrahim in N’Djamena today
Head of the Government Delegation to the Darfur Peace Talks, Ghazi Salahuddin is set to meet with JEM Leader, Khalil Ibrahim to discuss the implementation of the framework agreement. Chadian officials were set to facilitate talks between the parties in an attempt to resolve disputes on power sharing and security arrangements. Alsahafa newspaper reported that a reliable source was predicting that the government and JEM would reach a final agreement in the upcoming two days. Meanwhile, JEM Spokesman, Ahmed Hassuin said that an election delay had been discussed with the government. ( Alsahafa ) [Read more →]

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