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Secretary-General Concerned about Recent Reports of Clashes in Darfur
20 May 2010
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Department of Public Information • News and Media Division • New York |
Secretary-General Concerned about Recent Reports of Clashes in Darfur
The following statement was issued today by the Spokesperson for UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon:
The Secretary-General notes with concern recent reports of military build-up and clashes in Darfur. He is particularly concerned for the safety and welfare of civilians following reports of injuries and displacement.
The Secretary-General urges all parties to respect the declared cessation of hostilities and to return to the negotiating table in Doha as soon as possible, with a view to achieving a comprehensive settlement of the Darfur crisis.
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