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07/20/2004:

"Khartoum 'backs Darfur militias'"

A human rights group says it has proof that Sudan's government has been supporting Arab militias accused of killing thousands in Darfur.

New York-based Human Rights Watch says it has government documents showing that officials directed recruitment, arming and support of the Janjaweed. The government in Khartoum has denied any involvement with the militia.

Full Article : bbc.co.uk