6 October 2011 - UNAMID peacekeepers stationed in Nertiti, West Darfur, will intensify patrols around Arkis and Habad East internally displaced persons camps after receiving information about harassment of the local population by unidentified armed personnel. Reportedly, there are casualties among civilians and freedom of movement is severely restricted.

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