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South Sudan faces rising insecurity and renewed conflict, with fighting exacerbated by political tensions resulting from President Kiir’s actions against Vice President Machar and his allies. The fragile peace agreement …
Escalating Tensions in South Sudan: The Threat of All-Out War Read More
The South Sudanese government has released eight political opponents linked to Riek Machar’s SPLM-IO, but twenty others remain detained. Recent political changes have triggered violence in Nasir, and despite a …
South Sudan Government Releases Eight Political Detainees Amid Tensions Read More
Maj. Gen. Lul Ruai Koang’s call for officers aligned with Dr. Riek Machar to return to work overlooks the serious security threats they face. The recent arrests of opposition figures …
The Dilemma of South Sudan’s Military: Fear Overshadowing Duty Read More
South Sudan’s President Salva Kiir appealed for calm after a deadly attack in Nasir County resulted in 27 fatalities, including a general. The UN helicopters, attempting to evacuate trapped forces, …
South Sudan President Urges Calm After Attack on Forces and UN Helicopter Read More
Tensions are rising in South Sudan as President Salva Kiir orders arrests of key political figures allied with Vice President Riek Machar, jeopardizing the 2018 peace deal. Historical ethnic conflicts …
Escalating Tensions in South Sudan: Risks to the 2018 Peace Deal Read More
Tensions rise in South Sudan as President Salva Kiir orders high-level arrests and military actions against Vice President Riek Machar’s allies, threatening the 2018 peace deal. Analysts sound alarms over …
Renewed Tensions in South Sudan: The Fragility of the 2018 Peace Deal Read More
Several senior South Sudan officials, including SPLM-IO politicians and a lieutenant general, were arrested amid signs of a coup against the power-sharing government. The arrests raise concerns regarding the stability …
Arrests of South Sudan Officials Signal Danger to Power-Sharing Government Read More
On March 5, 2025, South Sudan arrested key officials, including Petroleum Minister Puot Kang Chol and Lieutenant General Gabriel Doup Lam, suggesting an attempted coup against a faction of its …
South Sudan Arrests Key Officials Amid Tensions of Political Coup Read More
Tensions escalate in Juba, South Sudan, due to the arrest of SPLM/A-IO leaders. The government confirmed these actions, sparking concerns among opposition supporters and increasing calls for their release. Insightful …
Tensions Escalate in South Sudan Following Arrests of Opposition Leaders Read More
Tensions are increasing in South Sudan’s capital, Juba, after the government confirmed the arrest of senior leaders from the SPLM/A-IO opposition. This situation raises concerns about political stability and human …
Escalating Tensions in South Sudan Following Arrests of Opposition Leaders Read More