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The Genocide In Darfur

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The Genocide in Darfur, Sudan started in 2003. The genocide is being carried out by government officials known as the Janjaweed. The Janjaweed will enter a random village without notice. They will destroy the entire village by bombing schools, clinics, and hospitals. They will burn down homes and other buildings. They shoot the men and rape the women and children. Most women and children will then be captured and taken as slaves. The Genocide in Darfur has become so horrid that today, there are very few villages left. Most victims have been killed, enslaved, or have become refugees. There is very little food. Farmers are unable to grow crops because of the aerial bombardments and ground attacks. In addition, the government won’t allow humanitarian

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