The conflict in Darfur effects more than just Sudan. Leaders from Chad are crying out to the United Nations for a peacekeeping force to be placed along Chad's border with Sudan. They want to fortify their borders, save the refugees, put a halt to the violence that is overflowing into their nation from Sudan.
Although Chad is sympathetic to the Darfur rebellion, the leaders of Chad are concerned about the spreading famine and violence that is now affecting their own region. While Chad supports the people of Darfur against the Janjaweed and Sudanese government they are nevertheless concerned about their own people. There is scarce food, water, and shelter existing in Chad, and the strain on these resources make life difficult for all.
Chad’s President Idriss Deby supports the concept of a United Nations peacekeeping presence on his border with Sudan. He is nevertheless, constantly worried about inflaming his Sudanese neighbors. He feels that it is imperative that any United Nations mission be civilian, not a military action.
The United Nations is considering this action, with an estimated commitment of up to 10,000 soldiers.
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