We have made it clear to the Government of Sudan that we utterly condemn its continued aerial bombardment in Darfur and that this must stop immediately. We have had no discussion on a voluntary agreement to introduce a no-fly zone because of the improbability such a discussion could succeed.
We are calling on Sudan not just to adhere to the ceasefire but also to accept UN assistance for the African Union force in Darfur (AMIS) and to renew its political dialogue with the rebels. If it becomes clear that Sudan is determined not to co-operate, the international community will need to consider the consequences. A no-fly zone is one of the options available for the international community to consider.