Posted by Mark J. Pelavin, Associate Director

I wanted to share this powerful statement from President Bush in support of the “Week of Prayer and Action for Darfur.”

I send greetings to those observing the “Week of Prayer and Action for Darfur.”

Our Nation is appalled by the genocide in Darfur, Sudan.  We grieve for the men, women, and children of Darfur, victims of atrocities arising from a civil war that pits a murderous militia against a collection of rebel groups.

We are working to strengthen the Africa Union Mission in Sudan to protect innocent civilians and to transition to a United Nations missions.  We are urgently seeking an end to the conflict in Darfur.  We will continue to work with the Congress and the African Union to provide aid to those who are suffering.  The United States of America is committed to supporting efforts for stability and lasting peace for the people of Darfur.