South Sudan denies reports of President Kiir’s death
Kiir, who has been in power since 2011, has faced increasing speculation about his health in recent months
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Salva Kiir
South Sudan forces recapture Nasir town amid rising political crisis
Government forces backed by Uganda retook Nasir from Machar’s fighters in an operation that threatens peace in South Sudan.
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Kenya sends Raila Odinga to mediate escalating South Sudan crisis
Fighting between forces loyal to Kiir and Machar has since erupted in multiple locations, including near Juba
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UN calls on Kiir and Machar to commit to peace talks
The UN calls on South Sudan’s leaders to meet and publicly commit to peace to prevent renewed conflict in the country.
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Germany shuts South Sudan embassy amid civil war fears
Due to escalating tensions, Germany has suspended operations at its embassy in South Sudan, citing fears of a return to civil war.
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South Sudan party suspends role in peace process amid tensions
The peace deal, which ended a five-year civil war between Kiir’s and Machar’s forces, now faces new challenges
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South Sudan president dismisses three ministers
No reasons given for dismissals in latest Cabinet reshuffle
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US orders evacuation of non-emergency personnel from South Sudan
Ongoing armed conflict involving various political and ethnic factions has created a volatile environment, with weapons widely accessible to the population
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South Sudan peacebuilding minister arrested, vice presidency confirms
South Sudan’s Information Minister Michael Makuei accused Machar’s forces of working with the White Army to attack a military garrison near Nasir earlier this week
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South Sudan deputy president warns firings endanger peace
South Sudan’s deputy president warns that the firing of several senior officials threatens the fragile peace agreement signed in 2018.
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