Historical Events tagged with "civil war"
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Comprehensive Peace Agreement Signed in Sudan
The Sudan People's Liberation Movement and the Government of Sudan signed the Comprehensive Peace Agreement in Nairobi, Kenya, aimed at resolving the long-standing Second Sudanese Civil War. This agreement laid the foundation for greater autonomy for Southern Sudan and outlined power-sharing arrangements between the North and South. The negotiations highlighted issues of governance, resource allocation, and cultural recognition, making a significant step towards peace in the region.
Continue ReadingMPLA and UNITA Sign Peace Treaty
The MPLA government of Angola and UNITA rebels signed a peace treaty, culminating decades of conflict that had plagued the country following its independence from Portugal in 1975. The treaty aimed to end the Angolan Civil War, which had caused immense suffering and loss of life. Negotiated in July 2001 and signed in Luanda, the capital, the agreement was facilitated by UN mediation, reflecting regional and international efforts for a lasting peace. Upon signing, both parties committed to disarmament and the establishment of a unified government.
Continue ReadingSierra Leone Civil War Ceases After Years of Conflict
The end of the Sierra Leone Civil War was officially declared following a decade of violence and upheaval. The conflict, which began in 1991, involved multiple factions, including the Revolutionary United Front (RUF) and the Sierra Leone government. It was marked by extreme brutality, with widespread human rights abuses. A peace agreement had been signed in July 1999, but violence continued sporadically until the successful peace process was finalized in early 2002, stabilizing the nation and allowing humanitarian efforts to proceed.
Continue ReadingMass Casualty Train Attack in Angola
On August 10, 2001, a train traveling from Malanje to Luanda in Angola was attacked by armed rebels from the União Nacional para a Independência Total de Angola (UNITA). This assault resulted in the tragic deaths of 252 people and left many others injured. The incident occurred during a phase of the Angolan Civil War, highlighting the ongoing violence and instability in the country, which was embroiled in conflict for decades. The attack drew international attention to the humanitarian crisis in Angola, making it a pivotal point in the war.
Continue ReadingBandaranaike Airport Attack by Tamil Tigers
A coordinated attack on Bandaranaike International Airport involved 14 Tamil Tiger commandos, resulting in the destruction of 11 aircraft and damage to 15 others. The assault led to the deaths of seven Sri Lankan Air Force soldiers, three civilians, and an engineer. In response, all 14 commandos were killed during the operation, significantly impacting the Sri Lankan economy and airport security.
Continue ReadingRaising of the H.L. Hunley Submarine
The H.L. Hunley, a Confederate submarine, was raised from the ocean floor after lying submerged for 136 years. Discovered by undersea explorer E. Lee Spence nearly 30 years prior, the raising of the Hunley marked a significant moment in maritime archaeology. The submarine was found off the coast of South Carolina and is notable for being the first combat submarine to successfully sink a ship during the Civil War. Recovering the Hunley involved extensive planning and was a remarkable achievement in underwater exploration.
Continue ReadingHeavy Fighting Claims Tamil Rebel Lives in Jaffna
Over the course of two days, intense clashes erupted in Jaffna, Sri Lanka, resulting in the deaths of more than 150 Tamil rebel fighters. The fighting was primarily fueled by ongoing control disputes between the Tamil Tigers and government forces, as they sought dominance in this critical region of northern Sri Lanka. The conflict highlighted the escalating violence in the civil war and underscored the tragic consequences faced by combatants and civilians alike amid the struggle for territorial control.
Continue ReadingBeni Ounif Massacre Near Morocco Border
In a violent incident near the Moroccan border, 29 individuals were killed at a false roadblock in Beni Ounif, Algeria. The attack, attributed to armed Islamic groups, raised immediate tensions between Algeria and Morocco as accusations of cross-border terrorism surfaced. The incident further highlighted the severity of the Algerian Civil War, which had been ongoing for the better part of the 1990s, causing significant instability within the region.
Continue ReadingAssassination of Tamil MP S. Shanmuganathan
S. Shanmuganathan, a Sri Lankan Tamil Member of Parliament, was killed by a claymore mine in an attack attributed to military forces during the Sri Lankan Civil War. The incident occurred while he was traveling in a vehicle, showcasing the ongoing violence and political instability faced by the Tamil population in Sri Lanka. Shanmuganathan was a prominent figure, advocating for Tamil rights in a tumultuous political environment strained by the prolonged civil conflict.
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