Inaction Over Darfur
By Julien Artero
17 May 2006
The gap between strong public commitments from the US and the UN in favour of effective international action in Darfur and the weakness of the outcome, in terms of action, on the ground is puzzling. Voices around the world have been prompt to denounce the lack of Western interest and compassion for civilians in Darfur, suspecting a repeat of Rwanda. But one has to admit that political will is certainly not what the international community has been lacking. The international community has mostly been running out of effective means to enforce security and protect civilians in Darfur.
17 May 2006
The gap between strong public commitments from the US and the UN in favour of effective international action in Darfur and the weakness of the outcome, in terms of action, on the ground is puzzling. Voices around the world have been prompt to denounce the lack of Western interest and compassion for civilians in Darfur, suspecting a repeat of Rwanda. But one has to admit that political will is certainly not what the international community has been lacking. The international community has mostly been running out of effective means to enforce security and protect civilians in Darfur.
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