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COTE D'IVOIRE: Impact of terminating top UN election monitor post - analysis (IRIN)

This article deals with the implications of the 16 July resolution which transfers the functions of the High Representative for Elections to the permanent Special Representative to UN Secretary-General (SRSG), head of the UN peacekeeping mission in Cote d’Ivoire (UNOCI).

IFES Helps Ivorians Navigate Identification Process (IFES.org)

IFES is conducting its first civic education campaign in Côte d’Ivoire aimed at helping millions of people unable to vote or access basic services due to a lack of official documentation.

Ivory Coast moves closer to elections with voter list, VOA News (2009)

The electoral commission delivered the provisional voter list to President Gbagbo, which is seen as an important step for conducting elections, now scheduled for November 29.

Ivorian president declares candidacy for second term, VOA News (2009)

As the long-delayed presidential elections are scheduled to take place in late November, President Gbagbo who has led the country for 9 years already, declares his candidacy for second term.

LISTE ELECTORALE IVOIRIENNE: qui sont ces deux millions d’exclus ?

Les dernières recherches effectuées par la Commission électorale ivoirienne ont permis de faire inscrire désormais, si l’on en croit son porte-parole, "plus de 4,3 millions de personnes" sur la liste provisoire des électeurs, et ce, en vue du scrutin présidentiel prévu pour le 29 novembre 2009. On se rappelle qu’à la date du 6 octobre dernier, sur les 6,4 millions d’électeurs potentiels recensés, environ 3,5 millions de personnes figuraient sur la liste présentée à cette date.

Elections in Ivory Coast to be postponed again, Newstime Africa (2009)

The delay in the publication of the provisional voters list may cause the election scheduled for November 29 to be postponed. The Ivorian president Gbagbo said a mid-December vote could be possible if the delays can be overcome.

Ivory Coast ID row adds to vote delay, stokes fears; Reuters (2009)

The dispute over 1.9 million people who were registered as potential voters but have not yet proved their eligibility is deepening, and could further delay Ivory Coast's election by several months.

Ivory Coast election chief confirms poll delay, Reuters (2009)

The delay in the presidential election, scheduled for November 29 is now officially confirmed by the head of Ivory Coast's election commission. The next date should be determined this weekend during the meeting between Ivorian parties and the international mediators in Burkina Faso.

Côte d'ivoire's electoral roll on internet next week

The Independent Election Commission (CEI) in Côte d'Ivoire said on Friday that the provisional electoral roll can be officially viewed on the internet and through SMS or phone calls next week.

UN council urges swift election in Ivory Coast, Reuters (2009)

The UN urges Cote d'Ivoire to reschedule its delayed presidential election as soon as possible to enable free and fair elections with equal media access. The mediators proposed a timetable according to which final voter list should be published in January and the start of campaigning should take place in February. The elections could then take place either at the end of February or in early March.

Cote d'Ivoire: Gbagbo reassures Ivorians elections will hold, Afrique en ligne (2010)

Addressing members of the diplomatic corps accredited to Cote d'Ivoire, President Gbagbo re-assured the public that he intends to let the presidential elections be held within two months, asking the Prime Minister, the Independent Electoral Commission and the electoral officials to make sure that all eligible voters are registered.

Cote d'Ivoire: Gbagbo: Let's not rush to hold election, Afrique en ligne (2010)

While President Gbagbo re-assured the public of his intentions to let the presidential elections take place, he also stated that elections should only take place when all conditions for free and transparent vote have been met, which is still not the case. The President also acknowledged difficulties faced by the Independent Electoral Commission which is yet to settle complaints, make polling cards as well as ID cards before the election takes place.

Ivory Coast opposition figure disapproves of state media coverage, VOA News (2010)

One of the leading opposition coalition members, Michel Kofi says that the national television (RTI) is refusing to give the opposition equal coverage ahead of the general election. The ruling party of President Gbagbo is accused by the opposition of having a stronghold on national TV and other state media institutions.

Ivory Coast premier annuls disputed voter names, Daily Nation (2010)

After President Gbagbo accused the electoral commission of admitting 429, 000 voters who had not been cross checked, Prime Minister Soro decided to annull these disputed names on the electoral register. As a leader of an arbitration committee that oversees the election process, Soro has the authority to over-rule the electoral commission. This move may lead to further delays of the poll.

Ivory Coast elections could be delayed again, VOA News (2010)

President Gbagbo accused the election commission of approving a list with names of almost half million foreigners. The alleged fraud in the voter lists for the upcoming presidential elections may have serious consequences and may lead to further delays of the polls. The head of the election commission, Robert Mambe is accused of giving unauthorized names to the technicians who then added them to most of the voter lists. The deadline for publication of the definitive voter list has been pushed back to February 14, which according to observers, makes holding of the polls in March impossible.

Côte d'Ivoire: President Dissolves GVT, Electoral Commission, Allafrica (2010)

Cote d'Ivoire's President Laurent Gbagbo has dissolved the government and electoral commission ahead of controversial upcoming elections.

Côte d'Ivoire: Crisis Within a Crisis Delays Elections Again, Allafrica (2010)

A week after President Laurent Gbagbo dissolved the government and the electoral commission, thousands marched in the city of Bouaké, damaging cars and shops. There have been almost daily demonstrations in cities across the country as Côte d'Ivoire's political crisis deepens.

Côte d'Ivoire: Ivory Coast 'to announce new government', BBC (2010)

After a week of talks and protests against the dissolution of the Government by President Gbagbo and disputes with opposition, the mediation of President Compaoré of Burkina Faso has paid. A consensus is being discussed and the new government will soon be announced to continue the peace process.

Ivory Coast Names New Electoral Commission, VOA News (2010)

This article gives the details on the new electoral commission in Ivory Coast . The goal now is to organize presidential elections in late April or early May.

Ivorian opposition ends protests, Aljazeera (2010)

Ivory Coast's opposition has call off its protests against the Government after nominating one of its members as president of the newly formed electoral commission, according to a spokesman for the movement.

Ivorian Opposition Concerned About Further Election Delays, VOA News (2010)

The Ivorian opposition members warn the electoral process is falling behind again, after the announcement of a new electoral commission appeared to put Ivory Coast towards organizing its long-delayed presidential poll, now slated for May.

AU envoy meets Cote d'Ivoire election officials amid stalled process, People's Daily (2010)

The special representative of the African Union (AU) in Cote d'lvoire, Ambroise Nyomsaba, met with President of the Independent Electoral Commission (CEI) Youssouf Bakayoko on Thursday 29 April to discuss the stalled election process.

UNOCI urges Ivorian parties to resume the processing of appeals on the Electoral list, Relief Web (2010)

The United Nations Operation in Côte d'Ivoire (UNOCI) urges the Ivorian parties to continue to show the political will and determination to make the resumption of the appeals process on the provisional electoral list a reality.

African Union worried by persistent political crisis in Cote d'Ivoire, Afrique en ligne (2010)

The Peace and Security Council (PSC) of the African Union (AU) has urged the Ivorian parties to extend full cooperation to the Independent Electoral Commission so that it could fully play its role and fulfill the responsibilities entrusted to it in the resolution of pre-electoral disputes and the compilation of the voters list.

Côte d’Ivoire: UNOCI Chief underlines women’s central role in Electoral Processes, UNOCI (2010)

The Special Representative of the United Nations Secretary-General for Côte d’Ivoire, Y. J. Choi, on Wednesday 28 April, underlined the central role which should be entrusted to women in the Ivorian electoral process.

UN briefly extends Cote d'Ivoire peacekeeper mandate, Daily Nation (2010)

This article discusses the Security Council's extension of the UN Peacekeepers' mandate in the country to facilitate the long delayed elections. The elections were part of the 2003 peace agreement that ended the civil war.

Côte d'Ivoire: Ivory Coast President Says Country Moving Toward Elections, VOA (2010)

This article discusses the long delayed elections in the Côte d'Ivoire and challenges for voter registration.

UN boss warns of renewed violence in Cote d’Ivoire, Daily Nation (2010)

This article discusses concerns expressed by UN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon over elections and security. Negotiations between political parties have failed to set a date for elections and there have been complications with voter registration.

Côte d'Ivoire:Guinea poll only adds to Ivorian despair at limbo, Reuters Africa (2010)

The mostly peaceful election in Guinea has highlighted the failure of Côte d'Ivoire to set an election date after a succession of deadlines has passed.

Presidential Adviser Expects Ivory Coast Election Date Soon , VOA (2010)

The Independent Electoral Commission (CEI) announced that they will release a provisional voter register on Thursday and an adviser to President Laurent Ggbago has said that an election date will soon be announced, but warned that there are still many other obstacles to actually executing the election.

Ivory Coast Sets October 31 Election Date , VOA (2010)

A date has been set for the the long delayed election in Côte d'Ivoire. The elections originally scheduled to be held in 2005 are now set for October 31, but the electoral commission has said that many conditions will have to be met before the election can be held.

Ivory Coast plans to finalize voter registration for elections in September, Bloomberg (2010)

This article reports on the preparations for the upcoming presidential elections in Ivory Coast. The electoral commission declared that the final roster of the voter registration will be published in September, and then everything will be ready for the October 31st elections. Ivory Coast is still a divided country, after the 2001 civil conflict, and the success of the electoral process is vital.

Ivory Coast Presidential Candidates Agree on Voter List VOAnews.com (2010)

The final voters list in Ivory Coast has been approved by the 3 major candidates, Henri Konan Bédié, Laurent Gbagbo and Alassane Ouattara, who also agreed on the date. Therefore the presidential elections will be held on October 31st 2010.

Ivorian Political Leaders Committed to Free, Fair October Election voanews.com (2010)

 

Ivorians feel hope mixed with doubt over elections, Reuters (2010)

This article reports on the political situation in Ivory Coast. Overdue elections are vital, as the country recovers from the 2002-2003 war. Six electoral dates have been postponed in the past five years, and many citizens fear that the October 31st election could be just a mirage. Many steps forward have been taken: the electoral commission, for example, released the first voter list last week, after months of controversies.

UN Certifies Ivory Coast Election Voter List voanews.org (2010)

A month ahead of the elections, the UN through the Special Representant in Ivory Coast Mr. Choi, has certified the voters list. He considered the list" fair, solid and balaced"

Ivory Coast Begins Voter Card Registration voanews.com (2010)

The voters cards are being distributed arond the country and it is going to take 4 days to give out 5.7 million cards.

Ivory Coast: More UN Peacekeepers arriving in advance of elections, The New York Times (2010)

This article reports on the decision of the UN Security Council to send more peace-keepers to Ivory Coast as elections are approaching. New election will finally be held on October 31st, and the Security Council also urged the authorities not to postpone it.

Cote d'Ivoire PM vows to secure Oct. 31 presidential elections, The People's Daily (2010)

This article reports on the political situation in Cote d'Ivoire. Prime Minister Guilllaume Soro expressed once again the government's commitment to fair elections. The PM assured that all the necessary measures will be taken to make the October 31 elections free and fair.

Côte d'Ivoire:Ivorian Opposition Candidates Have Shared Plan for Government VOAnews.com (2010)

In Côte d’Ivoire, the Rally of Houphouetists for Democracy and Peace, comprised of the 4 members of the opposition, Henry Konan Bédié and Alassane Ouatttara among the others have signed a common program for the elections.

Tense Côte d'Ivoire prepares for historic poll, The Mail and Guardian (2010)

This article reports on the preparations of the historic presidential elections in Côte d'Ivoire. President Laurent Gbagbo will run against former president Henri Konan Bedie and former prime minister Alassane Outtara. In the country the situation is still tense, and many citizens fear election-related violence. Earlier this year, violence broke out during the voter registration - which was suspended and resumed only last month.

Vote Counting Underway in Ivory Coast Presidential Election, VOA News (2010)

This article reports on the vote counting operations in Ivory Coast. The chairman of the Independent Electoral Commission, Youssouf Bakayoko, reported that the voting operations were carried out peacefully and that vote counting began immediately. After some disputes, the electoral commission announced that the votes will be counter by hand and by machine, with a committee of independent experts monitoring the electronic count.

Cote d'Ivoire: African poll show volatile democracy, The Wall Street Journal (2010)

This article discusses the outcomes of the elections in Cote d'Ivoire. The Sunday poll was the first presidential election in the past decade and it was considered a critical milestone in the country's democratic process. 14 candidates were competing in the elections, but three frontrunner emerged during the campaign: Laurent Gbagbo, the current president, Henri Konan Bedie, former president, and Alassane Ouattara, a popular opposition leader in the rebel-controlled north.

Côte d'Ivoire: Voters in Ivory Coast Await Outcome of Presidential Election VOANews.com (2010)

Ivoirians have voted yesterday. Today they are waiting for the results to come out. The Electoral Commission has decided to take its time before to announce the results, in order to avoid any dispute. Constitutionally they have until Wednesday to do so.

Côte d'Ivoire: Turnout in Ivorian Presidential Election Near 80 Percent VOA news.com (2010)

Eight years after the civil war, Ivoirians voted to elect a president. The voter turnout was very high, around 80%.

Ivory Coast Waits for Vote Results Voanews.com

As the votes are being counted in Côte d’Ivoire. The campaigns for peace have started.

Côte D'ivoire:Ivorian Opposition Upbeat about Defeating President Gbagbo Voanews.com

The opposition has decided to unite their strength so that they can win the second round of the elections.

DEEPENING DEMOCRACY: Elections in Cote d'Ivoire Next (2010)

In depth views on the two most important elections in West Africa, Guinea and Côte d'Ivoire

Côte d’Ivoire: UN envoy certifies results of first round of presidential poll, UN News Centre (2010)

The United Nations envoy to Côte d’Ivoire has certified the results of the first round of the presidential election in the West African country, paving the way for the run-off on 28 November between the two candidates who garnered the highest number of votes.

Ivory Coast to bolster security for presidential run-off, VOA News (2010)

This article reports on the preparations for the upcoming presidential run-off election in Cote d'Ivoire. Military leaders are deploying 4,000 additional troops across the country to ensure security.

Ivory Coast's election threatens to inflame political tensions, Bloomberg (2010)

This article reports on the runoff presidential election in Ivory Coast. The election, scheduled for November 28, threatened to set off political tensions in the country. In the first round on October 31, president Laurent Gbagbo received 38% of the vote, while former prime minister Alassane Ouattara received 32%. Many observers believe that neither of them is willing to accept a defeat. The Carter Center's observation mission urged candidates to halt "personal attacks made in a threatening tone".

Bloodshed mars Ivory Coast vote, The Sydney Morning Herald (2010)

This article reports on the political environment in Ivory Coast as runoff presidential elections are approaching. The two candidates, president Laurent Gbagbo and former prime minister Alassane Ouattara, hardened their tone in recent days. Religious leaders, the United Nations mission and the European Union have urged calm ahead of the decisive vote.

Ivorian presidential candidates face off in unprecedented debate, VOA News (2010)

This article reports on the unprecedented live debate between the two candidates in the upcoming presidential runoff election. The debate between president Laurent Gbagbo and challenger Alassane Ouattara will be televised across the country.

EU slams Ivorian poll commission for "obstruction", Reuters (2010)

This article reports on the accusations of the European Union electoral observation mission against the election commission in Ivory Coast. The mission will observe the Sunday's runoff election on Sunday, and accused the commission of "unacceptable obstruction", arguing that the observers continues to face significant obstacles accessing electoral operations. The first round on October 31, the observers were excluded from the counting.

Extra UN troops for Ivory Coast runoff vote, The Gulf Times (2010)

This article reports on the UN Security Council's decision to send 500 peace-keepers to guarantee more support to the mission already deployed in Ivory Coast. There are 8,500 international troops and police in the country, but the UN expressed concern at the recent episodes of election-related violence and decided to support the local authorities during the runoff presidential election on Sunday.

Election violence kills at least two in Cote d'Ivoire, Xinhua (2010)

This article reports on the episodes of election violence in Ivory Coast. The government stated that two people died during the riots triggered by the presidential runoff. President Laurent Gbagbo and former prime minister Alassane Ouattara were competing in the poll: in the first round Ouattara received 32% of the votes, while Gbagbo 38.3%.

Cote d'Ivoire vote-counting begins, Al Jazeera (2010)

This article reports on the vote counting in Ivory Coast. The election was marred by accusations of vote rigging and intimidation, and eventually by violence and riots. A house was burnt down as a reprisal attack against a Gbagbo supporter on election day, and one man died.

ECOWAS Diplomat urges Ivorian candidates to accept vote results, VOA News (2010)

This article reports on the appeal of the president of the Economic Community of West African States to the candidates of the presidential election in Ivory Coast. The president asked both candidates to accept the results peacefully, as the peace and stability of the country is critical to the sub-region democratic processes and economic development.

Tense Ivory Coast awaits first poll results, Reuters (2010)

This article reports on the aftermath of the runoff presidential elections in Ivory Coast. The general political environment is tense, as the country wait for the results of the elections. The first round was praised by international observers as peaceful and well managed, but the second round was marred by allegations of fraud and violence in the streets.

Cote d’Ivoire deadlock deepens as rivals name governments RFI(2010)

The situation in Cote d'Ivoire is qualified by M. Thabo Mbecki as "obviously very serious". Both Ouattara and Gbagbo sworn in. Now Cote d'Ivoire has 02 Presidents and 02 Prime Ministers

Côte d'Ivoire:ECOWAS Set to Convene Summit Tuesday on Ivory Coast Crisis VOA news (2010)

On tuesday, ECOWAS is convening a summit in order to discuss and resolve the political crisis that is going on in Cote d'Ivoire.

Côte d'Ivoire:UN Says Thousands of Ivorians Flee Post-Election Crisis VOAnews (2010)

Ivoirians, mostly women and children are fleeing to neighboring countries, because of the political tensions that are prevailing in Côte d’Ivoire, and also the fear of a civil war breaking up again like 2002.

Côte d’Ivoire’s Gbagbo hints at talks with rival, reports say RFI (2010)

Mr. Laurent Gbagbo was quoted, saying to Mr. Alassane Ouattara, “Let’s sit down and talk”, reported by Fraternité Matin, the state daily. The growing pressure of the international community, , is weighing on Mr. Laurent Gbabgbo.

Ivory Coast's Ouattara Asks Bank to Cut Off Gbagbo voanews (2010)

Ouattara is asking to the West African bank based in Dakar to block all accounts, so that Gbagbo won’t be able to pay the army and the civil servant in order to put pressure on him. The bank is holding a meeting on Wednesday, but they did not say of Ouattara’s request will be discussed.

La Côte d'Ivoire au bord du précipice

Guillaume Soro, premier ministre du gouvernement de d’Alassane Ouattara, n’a pas tenu sa promesse. La marche au siège de la RTI à mal tourné, les violences qui ont éclatées ont fait plusieurs morts et de nombreux blessés.

ECOWAS Urges Ivorian President Gbagbo to Step Down Voanews (2010)

After the confrontation which happened in Côte d’Ivoire on Wednesday, ECOWAs is urging Mr. Laurent Gbagbo to step down, France and the African Union are giving him a dateline of a couple days to leave.

Ivory Coast violence continues since disputed election, BBC News (2010)

This article reports on the violence that broke out since last month's disputed election in Ivory Coast. The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights reported about evidence of "massive" human rights violations.

More than 50 dead in Ivory Coast unrest, ABC News (2010)

This article reports on the post-election violence in Ivory Coast. According to the UN, more than 50 people died and more than 200 were injured during the riots that followed the disputed presidential election. The violence started right after the presidential run-off elections, when both candidates, incumbent Mr Gbagbo and his rival Alassane Ouattara, claimed to have won the poll.

Ivory Coast's leader tightens vise on man who defeated him in presidential race, The New York Times (2010)

This article reports on the situation in Ivory Coast. President of Ivory Coast, Laurent Gbagbo, stepped up the pressure on the man who defeated him in last month's election, Alassane Ouattara. The president ordered to cut off food and medical help to Mr. Ouattara headquarters, which are guarded by United Nations peace-keepers. Mr. Gbagbo continues to defy international demands that he step down.

UN Côte d'Ivoire:Security Council Extends Ivory Coast Peacekeeping Mission Voanews (2010)

Despite the fact that Mr. Gbagbo asked the UN peacekeeping force to leave, they are extending their mandate for 6 more months.

Ivory Coast: Trying to break a bloody cycle, TIME (2010)

This article discusses the causes and the outcomes of the election-related violence that erupted in Ivory Coast. The author discusses the role of the other African leaders, who adopted a new approach in dealing with this situation. Instead of mediating and imposing a power-sharing agreement (like in Zimbabwe and Kenya), the leaders in the African Union decided to shun President Laurent Gbagbo. According to the author and to many Africa analysts, this strategy represents a break from the past, and could ultimately be successful in forcing the despotic president to resign.

Country on the edge of CHAOS, The National Post (2010)

This article reports on the situation in Ivory Coast. The West African nation has fallen into chaos since last month's presidential election. Despite warnings, sanctions and criticism, loosing candidate President Gbagbo would not resign.

Post election violence takes Côte d’Ivoire to the brink of war, The Star (2010)

This article reports on the latest updates from Ivory Coast. As many experts fear the escalating violence, winning candidate Alassane Ouattara has has launched a campaign of civil disobedience against incumbent Laurent Gbagbo.

Ivory Coast: World pressure grows on Gbagbo as France backs Ouattara election, AllAfrica (2010)

This article reports on the international community's response to the political crisis in Ivory Coast. French President Nicolas Sarkozy joined the international community's support to Alassane Ouattara, the legitimate winner of the elections.

Côte d'Ivoire: UN Diplomats: 170 People Killed in Post Election Violence in Ivory Coast Voanews (2010)

According to a report on the post-electoral conflict in Côte d’Ivoire, there about 170 people killed and more were abducted from their home. If the conflict is still going on the UN Is asking to African countries to boost the UN peacekeeping mission.

Côte d'Ivoire:ECOWAS Leaders Return to Ivory Coast Monday Not to Negotiate VOA news (2011)

A joint mission between ECOWAS and the African Union was sent to Côte D’ivoire to Ask Mr. Laurent Gbagbo to step down. The aim of the mission is not to negotiate.

Cote d'Ivoire rivals agree on face-to-face talks: media report, Xinhua (2011)

This article reports on the political situation in Ivory Coast. After the mediation of African leaders, incumbent Laurent Gbagbo and his presidential rival Alassane Ouattara agreed to meet face to face. Missions from the Economic Community of West African States could not achieve any results in the past weeks, but a mission led by Kenyan Prime Minister Odinga, representing the African Union, was finally able to mediate between the two candidates.

Côte d'Ivoire: ECOWAS: Ivorian Leader Leaves 'No Option' But Force Voanews.com (2011)

After a failed mediation process, the ECOWAS is getting ready to use military power if Mr. Laurent Gbagbo does not leave the power.

Côte d'ivoire:Ouattara Encouraged By Latest Effort to Resolve Ivory Coast Crisis Voanews (2011)

In order to ensure to stability of the sub region, ECOWAS is making a lot of efforts to solve the post electoral crisis in Côte d’Ivoire. Mr. Olusegun Obassanjo was sent to there as a mediator to talk to both presidents.

Côte d'Ivoire:Gbagbo Aide Calls Lethal Ivorian Clashes “Regrettable” Voanews (2011)

The confrontation in Abobo, a pro-Ouattara neighborhood, in which five people were dead and many more injured was considered “regrettable " by Mr. Laurent Gbagbo’ aide.

Côte d'Ivoire:Troops Surround Hotel of Internationally-Recognized Winner of Ivory Coast Vote Voanews (2011)

Ivory Coast has two presidents. One is internationally recognized Mr. Alassane Ouattara, and the other is Laurent Gbagbo who was proclaimed President by the constitutional court and living in the presidential palace. Meanwhile Mr. Ouattara lives in the Gulf Hotel known as the “Republic of the Gulf”.

Côte d'Ivoire:Gbagbo Adviser: UN Unable to Resolve Ivorian Crisis Voanews (2011)

According to Gbagbo’s adviser, the United Nations is still not able to solve the Ivorian crisis, even though they have reinforced their peacekeeping unit of 2000 people.

Côte d'Ivoire:Gbagbo Supporters Say Regional Leaders Bluffing About Military Intervention Voanews (2011)

The military operation that ECOWAS is ready to launch is considered as big bluff by Gbagbo camp. They are saying that the military operation has no legal stand.

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Côte d'Ivoire:AU Chief in Ivory Coast for Talks with Rival Leaders Voanews (2011)

The African Union President, Mr. Bingu wa Mutharika is in Côte d’ivoire in order to meet with the two Presidents Mr. Alassane Ouattara and Mr. Laurent Gbagbo and to find a solution.

Côte d'Ivoire:ECOWAS Seeks International Support on Ivorian Crisis Voanews (2011)

In order to avoid the use of force in Côte d’Ivoire, ECOWAS is seeking for international support from the American government and the United Nations to find a solution to the ongoing post electoral conflict.

Ivory Coast: Washington hopes AU panel will tell Gbagbo to go, Reuters (2011)

The article summarizes the objectives of the African Union panel formed to solve the political crisis in Ivory Coast. The former president Laurent Gbagbo was defeated by the opposition candidate Alassane Ouattara in a November 28 presidential election, but Gbagbo has defied international condemnation and Western sanctions and refuses to go.

Ivory Coast: Laurent Gbagbo bans UN radio broadcasts. BBC News (2011)

The article discusses Ivory Coast leader Gbagbo's decision to ban UN radio broadcasts. Gbagbo has refused to stand down after November election which was won by his competitor Ouattara according to international community. Citizens' access to international media has been curtailed since the election results came out.

Ivory Coast rush to withdraw bank cash, BBC News (2011)

The article discusses the turmoil following the November election in Ivory Coast. The situation is turning into a financial crisis as several banks have had to close and suspend their operations. Laurent Gbagbo is refusing to step down as Ivory Coast's president despite of election commission's declaration that Alassane Ouattara won the elction.

Can Ivory Coast avoid return to war? BBC News (2011)

The article discusses post-election violence and political conflict in Ivory Coast. The solders who back the previous President Gbagbo are said to have committed three-month campaign of violence. As Gbagbo still refuses to step down the supporters of his rival Ouattara have started to form their own forces.

Ivory Coast: UN warns of forgotten humanitarian crisis, BBC News (2011)

The article discusses violence and political conflict after Icory Coast presidential elections. Laurent Gbagbo is refusing to step down while Ouattara has been recognised as the winner of elections, which has led to violence and killing of 435 people.

Ivory Coast's Ouattara 'rejects' African Union mediator, BBC News (2011)

The article discusses the political deadlock in Ivory Coast after presidential elections. Internationally recognised winner, Mr. Ouattara has rejected the mediator nominated by the AU because of close connections to the previous president Gbagbo who is refusing to step down.

Ivory Coast rebels seize capital and march on Abidjan, The Guardian (2011)

The article discusses political conflict in Ivory Coast. The rebellious forces supporting democratically elected president Mr. Ouattara are now advancing on the largest city Abidjan. Power now seems to be slipping away from incumbent president Mr. Gbagbo who has refused to step down despite of the electoral defeat.

Ivory Coast's Gbagbo defiant as surrender talks proceed, Deutsche Welle (2011)

The article discusses the political situation in Ivory Coast. Former president Gbagbo has refused to step down despite of demands of France, the former colonial power. After the surrender of his military, Gbagbo is, however, now negotiating the terms of his surrender.

Ivory Coast’s Ouattara Asks United Nations to ‘Neutralize’ Gbagbo Weapons, Bloomberg (2011)

The article discusses the political conflict in Ivory Coast. The winner of November 2010 election, Mr. Ouattara, has asked the UN to normalize the situation in commercial capital Abidjan, where former president Gbagbo's armed forces continue fighting. More than one million people have fled their homes during the crisis.

Ivory Coast: Alassane Ouattara recalls army to barracks, BBC News (2011)

The article reports that Ivory Coast president Ouattara has ordered his soldiers to withdraw from the streets after months of unrest. Ouattara's forces arrested his rival Gbagbo last week, but some pro-Gbagbo militias still operate in the main city Abidjan.

Ivory Coast's Ouattara sworn in at tense ceremony, Reuters (2011)

The article discusses the political conflict in Ivory Coast after November 2010 presidential elections. Mr. Ouattara, the winner of the election, took his presidential oath on Friday after more than three months of election-related violence in the country.

Former Ivorian Ruling Party Quits Election Commission Voanews (2011)

Laurent Gbagbo’s politial party, the Ivorian Popular FRont , is quitting the electoral commission because they are saying that the government does not want to have a dialogue with them.

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