Heavy gunfire erupted in South Sudan’s capital, Juba, following protests over the alleged killings of South Sudanese by Sudanese Armed Forces. Security forces intervened as locals looted Sudanese-owned businesses. Police assure protection for Sudanese nationals and properties amid rising tensions and viral outrage over the incidents in Sudan.
Heavy gunfire broke out in Juba, South Sudan, as security forces were deployed to quell disturbances instigated by angry locals targeting Sudanese-owned businesses. Reports indicated significant looting and vandalism occurred in neighborhoods throughout the capital, prompting police to fire warning shots to deter the violence. The unrest stemmed from protests against the alleged killings of South Sudanese nationals by the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) in Sudan.
This unrest in South Sudan follows mounting tensions born out of tragic incidents involving the deaths of South Sudanese individuals in Sudan. Protests were sparked particularly due to a viral circulation of brutal videos depicting the killings, raising alarms over the safety of South Sudanese nationals amidst the ongoing conflict in Sudan. The South Sudanese authorities are now under pressure to safeguard their citizens and prevent further violence against Sudanese-owned enterprises.
The ongoing unrest in Juba underscores the volatile relations between South Sudan and Sudan, particularly arising from reported violence against South Sudanese individuals in Sudan. Authorities are taking steps to protect both the Sudanese nationals residing in South Sudan and the integrity of their businesses. Maintaining peace is paramount as tensions continue to escalate due to the broader conflict in Sudan.
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