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Jacob Høigilt

Jacob Høigilt is a Middle East researcher with the Fafo Institute for Applied International Studies, Oslo. His research interests focus on ideological currents and discourses in the Arab world, with special reference to Islamism. Among his recent publications are Islamist Rhetoric: Language and...
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Darfur between war and peace

Jacob Høigilt , 11 April 2010

Summary:

A framework peace agreement between the Khartoum regime and the Darfur-based Justice and Equality (JEM) rebel movement was sealed unexpectedly in Qatar in late February 2010. This outcome carries important implications for the future of Darfur, Sudan and the wider region. But the deal's implementation already faces difficulties, as Khartoum engages in combat against another rebel group which rejects the agreement and the JEM is suspected of prioritising its own interests above peace in Darfur. The longer-term prospect for Darfur remains in the balance.