The head of the UN Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) has issued a strong appeal.
Nicholas Haysom called for President Salva Kiir and First Vice President Riek Machar to urgently meet.
Their meeting should result in a public pledge to avert a return to devastating civil war.
The plea comes as concerns mount over escalating tensions within the fragile nation.
Haysom emphasized the critical need for the two leaders to directly engage.
He stated they must resolve their differences through dialogue and mutual understanding.
A joint public statement reaffirming their dedication to peace is also deemed essential.
Such a commitment would reassure the people of South Sudan during this precarious period.
UNMISS urges Kiir and Machar to spearhead efforts aimed at preventing further military confrontations.
Restoring calm to the volatile situation remains a paramount objective.
The international community watches closely, hoping for a de-escalation of the current crisis.
The specter of renewed conflict looms large over the already suffering nation.
