Arms find sparks Ivorian crisis
Rebel forces in Ivory Coast were angered after discovering a truck full of weapons being smuggled through their northern territory in route to the capital. Ivory Coast currently is divided between the rebel north and the government-controlled south. Two years ago, revolutionary groups based in the north rebelled against the government. Fighting finally stopped in July's peace deal. However, the interception of weapons have led many to believe the government is preparing for war again. Political leader of the New Forces rebel group, Guillaume Soro, believes the war "is not over." He says, "For us, disarmament can no longer be a current issue, because the war is not finished and it will start again soon." The government says they have no intention of fighting again.

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