UN extends peacekeeping mission in South Sudan
Member states debate the reduction of UN peacekeeping forces in South Sudan for the coming year.
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UN appoints Chinese general to lead peacekeeping force in South Sudan
China’s Maj. Gen. Junhui Wu becomes the new force commander of the UN mission in South Sudan amid ongoing political tensions and clashes.
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Death toll rises to 169 after armed youth attack in South Sudan
Armed fighters attack Abiemnom county leaving 169 dead as UN warns of worsening security situation in South Sudan
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Dozens killed as violence surges in northern South Sudan
Northern South Sudan violence intensifies as armed youth attack sparks civilian deaths and fears of renewed conflict escalation
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S Sudan urges SPLM-IO to halt fighting, respect 2018 peace deal
South Sudan’s government has urged the SPLM-IO to immediately halt fighting and adhere to the 2018 peace agreement as clashes in Jonglei displace thousands and raise fears for the fragile transition.
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UN raises alarm over unrest as South Sudan fighting grows
The UN mission in South Sudan has warned of grave civilian risks after reports that a senior military leader urged attacks on civilians amid escalating conflict in Jonglei.
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South Sudan army orders evacuation ahead of Jonglei offensive
South Sudan’s army has ordered civilians, aid workers, and UN staff to leave parts of Jonglei State ahead of a major offensive, as the UN warns of rising displacement and civilian risk.
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UN chief condemns the killing of South Sudanese UN staff member
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres condemned the killing of a South Sudanese UNMISS staff member and urged authorities to bring the perpetrators to justice.
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Army officer in South Sudan detained following UN staff death
A UN staff member was killed in South Sudan after being detained by army soldiers, who were later arrested following their admission of the crime.
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UN begins closing South Sudan bases amid budget crisis
The UN is closing multiple South Sudan bases and cutting troops due to budget shortfalls, leaving civilians vulnerable amid ongoing political violence.
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