African Union says Darfur rebels plan to attack its fuel tankers

Nov 22, 2006 (KHARTOUM) — The African Union has accused a Darfur rebel group of preparing attack on its fuel tankers saying such action will hinder peace efforts in the region.

The African Union Mission in Sudan on Wednesday said has received creditable information on a planed ambush against on its fuel tankers travelling of Um Kadada and El Nahud, near Al-Fashir.

In a press statement, the AU said some elements of the National redemption Front are behind this potential attack.

“Such actions constitute flagrant violations of the ceasefire and negate current efforts of broadening the peace process and making it more inclusive.”

The African body urged the rebel NRF leadership to refrain its elements from undertaking such action.

Attacks against AU troops and aid workers in Darfur are now part of the shaky security in the region.

Last week, The African union slammed an attack by unidentified group against an AU monitor team near the Chadian border. The assailants seized a vehicle and communication radio.

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