Sudan government signs Darfur peace with SLA leader
The Sudanese government and the largest Darfur rebel faction signed a peace pact in Abuya hailing an end to three years of conflict. Two SLA rivals and the Justice and Equality Movement refused to sign, casting doubt on the accord's effectiveness. Nigerian President Obasanjo urged genuine commitment to make the deal work.
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Sudan Peace Talks Reach Tentative Accord in Abuja
After days of shuttle diplomacy, Sudanese government and SLA sign a preliminary pact to end Darfur’s years of conflict. Zoellick and other officials press for power sharing and security guarantees as two smaller rebel factions resist. About 450000 deaths and 2000 villages destroyed mark the crisis.
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Bomb blast kills two Italian soldiers in Afghanistan near Kabul
A roadside bomb struck two Italian soldiers during a patrol south of Kabul, killing them and wounding four. NATO spokesman Maj. Luke Knittig said both vehicles were hit around 5 p.m. in Kabul province as Italian forces support security operations near the capital. Four Italians were evacuated for medical care.
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