Sudan begins new 'massive' offensive in Darfour

CAIRO — Sudan has launched a new military offensive in the war-torn Darfour region despite increasing international pressure.

The Sudanese military began a ground attack on rebel groups in northern Darfour. The attack has focused on Wadi Atron near the Libyan border.

"They attacked our areas in Wadi Atron with a massive force," Sudan Liberation Army spokesman Al Sayid Sharif said. "We consider this a new declaration of war." [read more]