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Darfur: UN-African Union Peacekeepers Attacked

'The attack on the UN-African Union peacekeepers in Darfur on 8 July was a horrific and cowardly act of violence. My thoughts go out to the families and colleagues of those murdered and injured while working to bring peace and stability to the people of Darfur. We reiterate the UN Security Council's demand for those responsible to be brought to justice.

The work of the UN-AU peacekeepers in Darfur, operating in hugely challenging circumstances, deserves our utmost admiration and support. Yesterday's attack, and the continuing crisis in Darfur, further emphasises the urgent need for a full and rapid commitment by all sides to work with UNAMID. I have emphasised in Khartoum today the pressing requirement for urgent humanitarian help and security cooperation as the basis for serious political dialogue. The UK Government, will continue to make humanitarian and political commitment to Darfur as part of our wider contribution to security and prosperity in Sudan.'

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