Humanitarian situation and needs
Key messages
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10 years since the Darfur conflict broke out, violence and insecurity continue to cause displacement and inhibit returns, despite the Doha Peace Agreement.
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Since early 2013 due to the fighting among Arab tribes in Darfur an estimated 300 000 people were newly displaced causing an increase in insecurity and lack of access.
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Fighting in the transitional areas has affected over 900 000 people, including over 220 000 who have taken refuge in Ethiopia and South Sudan;
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Heavy rains in early August 2013 resulted in floods which affected an estimated 340 000 people, mostly in Khartoum, El Gezira and Blue Nile;
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Better access is needed to all vulnerable and conflict-affected populations in order to conduct assessments and provide humanitarian assistance according to needs.