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UN warns that South Sudan is on a ‘dangerous precipice’ as political deadlock escalates violence
- The UN warns that South Sudan is facing escalating violence, putting the nation on a dangerous precipice, according to Jean-Pierre Lacroix.
- Over 280,000 people have been displaced by recent fighting in Jonglei, marking a return to violence reminiscent of past conflicts, Lacroix stated.
- In 2025, South Sudan recorded 350 attacks on humanitarian staff, leading Lacroix to describe it as one of the most dangerous places for aid workers.
- The UN has cut its peacekeeping force due to funding issues, reducing patrols to protect civilians by up to 70% in areas with diminished military presence.
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South Sudan: Violence Surges in South Sudan Leaving Civilians At Risk and Peacekeepers Stretched Thin
Escalating violence, political stalemate and humanitarian constraints are pushing South Sudan's civilians to the brink once again, while funding cuts weaken the UN mission tasked with protecting them.
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The WeekUN warns that South Sudan is on a 'dangerous precipice' as political deadlock escalates violence
The United Nations' peacekeeping chief is warning that political deadlock in South Sudan is sharply escalating violence, putting the world’s newest nation on a “dangerous precipice."
The United Nations is observing an escalation of violence in South Sudan. Clashes between government troops and opposition forces are occurring, particularly in Jonglei State. "The political stalemate between the main signatories of the Revitalized Peace Agreement continues to lead to heightened tensions, which are manifesting themselves in armed conflict in many parts of the country," Jean-Pierre Lacroix, head of the UN Peacekeeping Operations …
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