Sudanese government says No to Canadian troops

Bad news for Paul Martin and the people of Darfur. The Sudanese government has apparently refused the offer of 100 Canadian soldiers to help the African Union in Darfur. Faiza Hassan Taha, the Sudanese ambassador, said Ottawa didn’t consult her country about the offer. She said Khartoum doesn’t want any non-African troops in the country. …

Martin buying votes with Darfur aid?

David Kilgour is another Independant MP in the House of Commons. He’s pet-peeve is Darfur and Canadas’ lack of commitment. Being an Independant, obviously Davids vote is a crucial one.. so do you think there is any connection between him and todays announcement of $170 million of extra aid for the African Union peacekeeping forces …