US expresses ‘deep concern’ about South Sudan violence in Jonglei State
9 min read| South Sudan: Amid reports of fresh clashes in Jonglei state, UN mission urges … UN News Centre South Sudan, which marked its second independence anniversary earlier this week, has been plagued by sporadic ethnic violence as well as a border conflict with Sudan. In Jonglei, fighting between Government forces and armed groups has displaced … See all stories on this topic » |
| US expresses ‘deep concern’ about South Sudan violence Reuters WASHINGTON (Reuters) – The United States on Friday expressed “deep concern” about reports of killings, beatings and looting in South Sudan’s eastern state of Jonglei and said the military had a responsibility to protect all civilians. “We urge all … See all stories on this topic » |
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| Sudan: US Condemns Violent Attacks in South Sudan’s Jonglei State AllAfrica.com Bor — The US embassy in Juba has strongly condemned “in the strongest possible” terms the violent attacks in South Sudan’s Jonglei state, urging government and community leaders to ensure all armed youth lay down their weapons with immediate effect. |
| 20000 displaced people in South Sudan reduced to eating leaves Catholic Online Reduced to eating leaves, more than 20,000 displaced people in South Sudan’s Northern Bahr el Ghazal state face even worse conditions with the advent of the rainy season here. “These areas will be practically inaccessible, so the population will be … |
| Revelry at second anniversary of South Sudan hides severe poverty thejournal.ie I am in Juba, the capital city of South Sudan, and the inhabitants are celebrating their nation’s second birthday. The South Sudanese have travelled a long and arduous road to get to this point, and all the signs are that the years ahead may be no less … |
| Final Solution to Sudanese-South Sudanese Disputed Issues Imminent Sudan Vision Many described the visit by South Sudan’s Vice President Riek Machar to Khartoum as important for breaking ice between the two countries and a real beginning for resolving contentious issues, which have been escalated over the past, most notably … |
| UN extends South Sudan peacekeeping mission for another year PanARMENIAN.Net PanARMENIAN.Net – The UN Security Council has extended a peacekeeping mission in South Sudan for another year amid concerns that the ongoing unstable situation in the country threatens peace and security in the region, according to RIA Novosti. |
| South Sudan fighting could spark ethnic conflict gulfnews.com Juba: Fighting in South Sudan’s Jonglei state, where tribal militia forces are reported to be marching on a rival group, risks spiralling into “outright ethnic conflict”, European diplomats warned on Saturday. Local government officials report that Lou … |
| Team to Verify the Harbouring of Sudanese Rebels in South Sudan AllAfrica.com Juba — An African Union delegation will arrive in the South Sudanese capital, Juba, in the next few days to verify the alleged harbouring of Sudanese rebels that are fighting the Khartoum government in the two areas of South Kordofan and Blue Nile and … |
| South Sudanese celebrate two years of country’s independence Deseret News Around 100 of the South Sudanese community in Utah gathered to celebrate their country’s second year of independence by gathering for speeches, dancing and games. “We want our kids to know where we come from — our culture, how hard we lived back … |
| 2 years after independence, South Sudan far from achieving aspirations Xinhua KHARTOUM, July 13 (Xinhua) — Two years after the establishment of South Sudan, huge challenges still stand in the way of South Sudanese to realize their aspirations for a better country. Tribal conflicts, lack of economic resources, inter-ethnic … |
| Sudan: South Sudan Is Not a Failed State Yet, but an Emerging One – a Rebuttal … AllAfrica.com South Australia — In recent days, a brief reflection of the major themes dominating our local headlines in the streets of Juba and other major cities in South Sudan – that South Sudan has joined the list of African’s failed states could lead us to … |
| UN-AU Mission Condemns Attack That Killed Seven Peacekeepers in Darfur AllAfrica.com South Sudan: UN-AU Mission Condemns Attack That Killed Seven Peacekeepers in Darfur. 13 July 2013. The joint African Union-United Nations Mission in Darfur (UNAMID) today strongly condemned the attack on one of its patrols, which killed seven … |
| South Sudan gunmen battle rivals in war-torn Jonglei Ahram Online The United Nations peacekeeping mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) is “deeply concerned about reports of a major mobilisation of armed youth (and) reported clashes,” it said in a statement lateThursday. The latest clashes follows bitter fighting in May … |
| Over 200 wounded in South Sudan clashes: UN Straits Times “Some 200 casualties have arrived in Manyabol”, a remote village in the troubled eastern state of Jonglei, where militia gunmen from rival ethnic groups have been battling, UN humanitarian coordinator for South Sudan Tony Lanzer said in a statement. |
| Over 200 Wounded in South Sudan Clashes, Says UN Naharnet At least 200 people have been wounded in a week of bitter fighting in South Sudan’s Jonglei state, the top United Nations humanitarian official in the country said Sunday. “Some 200 casualties have arrived in Manyabol”, a remote village in the troubled … |
| Fresh fighting erupts in restive South Sudan state Las Vegas Sun A South Sudanese military official says two rival tribes are fighting in the restive Jonglei state, but no details on casualties were immediately available. South Sudan army spokesman Col. Philip Aguer said Thursday ethnic clashes had erupted between … |
| Fighting in South Sudan forces thousands into bush Reuters JUBA (Reuters) – Fighting between South Sudan’s army, rebels and rival tribes has sent thousands of people fleeing into the bush in the east of the country, U.N. and aid officials said on Sunday.South Sudan’s army is facing a rebellion from local … |
| South Sudan marks 2nd year anniversary, commends Nigeria for support WorldStage WorldStage Newsonline— South Sudan has commended Nigeria for support towards achieving peace in the country. South Sudan’s ambassador to Nigeria, Parmena Makuet M. Riak who spoke in Abuja on the occasion of the second year independence … |
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AFP JUBA — Fears grew on Sunday of heavy casualties in South Sudan’s Jonglei state following more than a week of bitter tribal fighting, after the UN reported at least 200 wounded were found in just one village alone. “Some 200 casualties have arrived in … |
| No smoke without fire: grim signs of war in South Sudan Pakistan Daily Times No smoke without fire: grim signs of war in South Sudan. From the air, the vast lands of South Sudan’s conflict-wracked Jonglei state look peaceful before the white plumes of smoke come into view: thatch huts still burning from an attack. “There are … |
| Fighting in South Sudan Forces Thousands Into Bush Voice of America South Sudan accuses Khartoum of supplying Yau Yau with weapons. Diplomats say the claims are credible but South Sudan’s army is also fuelling dissent with abuses such as rape, killings and torture committed during a state disarmament campaign. |
| South Sudan Continues to Support Rebel Movements – NCP Sudan Vision Khartoum – Sudan’s ruling National Congress Party (NCP) said it is still awaiting South Sudan to severe its link with the SPLM-N, Sudan Revolutionary Front (SRF) and other rebel groups. South Sudan continues to support terrorist groups and this hinders … |
| Senior SPLM Official Accuses Amum of Self-Failures AllAfrica.com Juba — A senior official of the ruling party in South Sudan, the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM), Mark Nyipuoch Ubang, has accused the party’s Secretary General, Pagan Amum Okiech, of self-failures, criticizing his recent statements which … |
| Grand Island’s South Sudanese Community Celebrates NTV Grand Island has been home to many South Sudanese residents, and this weekend they’re celebrating their independence. On Saturday, the South Sudanese flag was raised at a barbecue celebration for residents, who stood by it proudly as it waived … |
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Arab News FROM the air, the vast lands of South Sudan’s conflict-wracked Jonglei state look peaceful before the white plumes of smoke come into view: Thatch huts still burning from an attack. “There are houses on fire,” the captain of the small plane shouts, as … |
| New Bentiu Water Company Creates Jobs for Locals AllAfrica.com Bentiu — A new water bottling company opened in South Sudan’s Unity state will employ 20 local staff, while more are to be absorbed as production increases next year, its Chinese proprietors said. Bentiu Water, which officially opened Friday, is the … |
| South Sudan: Jonglei – 160 Airlifted to Bor for Treatment As UN Gains Access … AllAfrica.com The Jonglei director of the South Sudan Red Cross, David Gai, said the “majority” of patients were young men from the Lou Nuer tribe who launched an attack on the area on 7 July. The fighting has been focused around Nanaam village in Pibor, but due to … |
| Leaked Documents Show Ministers Kosti Manibe Ngai and Deng Alor Kuol Were … AllAfrica.com The president of the Republic of South Sudan, Salva Kiir Mayardiit, last month suspended two government ministers, Kosti Manibe Ngai and Deng Alor Kuol. The two ministers were accused of “requesting and wiring funds without the knowledge of the … |
| 200 People Wounded in South Sudan Tribal Clashes ABC News Some 200 civilians have been wounded in ongoing clashes between rival tribes in South Sudan’slargest state, according to a United Nations official who is urging the central government and local officials to stop “the cycle of violence” that has killed … |
| New returnees in South Sudan living on the margins IRINnews.org ARU, 15 July 2013 (IRIN) – Benjamin Mogga heads the community protection committee (CPC) in Aru, a dusty South Sudanese town hugging the road between Juba and the Ugandan border. He volunteered for the position three years ago and is responsible … |
| Groups accuse South Sudan of rights abuses Aljazeera.com Ethnic fighting continues in the state of Jonglei in South Sudan, but one tribe claims to be the victim of human rights abuses committed by the government’s army.Several aid organisations have written a letter detailing systematic human rights violations. |
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