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It denies backing the Arab Janjaweed militias accused of mass rape, killing and looting.
Asked whether international focus on bringing to justice those accused of atrocities was distracting from the aid effort, Mr Egeland said that more pressure might be needed to solve the problems in Darfur.
An astute observation there from Mr Egeland.
Meanwhile, lobby group Human Rights Watch has urged the UN to take control of the peace mission in Darfur.
“A UN mission could help to stop the atrocious attacks on civilians in Darfur, but only if it is given the means to act aggressively,” said Peter Takirambudde, Africa director for Human Rights Watch.
“It needs a tough mandate, real resources and political support.”
So, no hope there then….
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