UNAMID
United Nations - African Union Hybrid Operation in Darfur

Closure of UNAMID

The United Nations – African Union Hybrid Operation in Darfur (UNAMID) mandate ended on 31 December 2020 following UN Security Council Resolution 2559, concluding over a decade of peacekeeping efforts to stabilize Darfur and protect civilians.

06 Mar 11 - Restriction on movements in South Darfur

06 March 2011 - UNAMID has been prevented by Sudanese Armed Forces to patrol west and south of El Daein, located 171 km southeast of Nyala, South Darfur, during the last week. The Government troops imposed the restriction after a commercial truck was attacked by unknown armed men near the locality on 27 February.


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