The head of UNAMID, the peacekeeping force in Darfur, congratulated the state authorities and the traditional leaders for their work toward a peaceful solution to the conflict between the Rezeigat and the Ma’aliya following violent August clashes.
Mohamed Ibn Chambas said ‘UNAMID was actively engaged with all the authorities at different levels in an effort to facilitate the reconciliation and peace meetings between the two tribes.’
He added that the meetings limited the escalation of further violence.
Mr Ibn Chambas said negotiation, mediation, reconciliation and peaceful coexistence would pave the path to development and empowerment of the Darfuri people.
He added that the ‘a military solution is not the answer to bringing lasting peace and stability in Darfur.’
Mr Ibn Chambas made the statement on Tuesday at the end of a two-day visit to El Daein, in East Darfur.