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178 Killed in South Sudan Massacre as Fragile Peace Deal Collapses
Scheerpost 10 Mar 2026
The massacre in Abiemnom County follows the unravelling of the 2018 peace agreement between President Salva Kiir and his former vice president Riek Machar last year, dragging the world’s youngest republic back toward civil war.
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South Sudan peace agreement unraveling, moving to total war, says UN Commission
Jurist 02 Mar 2026
Opposition figures and individuals affiliated with First Vice President Riek Machar have faced detention and criminal charges, raising concerns about due process and the shrinking space for political participation.
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South Sudan Appoints Dead Man to Election Panel, as Political Crisis Grows
New York Times 18 Feb 2026
The government of President Salva Kiir has been accused of gross incompetence, as fighting between rebels and security forces pushes toward the capital ... .
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South Sudan: Tinubu Declares Support for South Sudan Peace Process, Calls for Machar's Release
All Africa 16 Feb 2026
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has pledged Nigeria's support and commitment to the swift implementation of the provisions of the revitalised agreement on the resolution of the conflict in South Sudan ....
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South Sudan continues to restrict humanitarian access to opposition-held areas
Jurist 03 Feb 2026
“Ultimately, it is the civilians who pay the price ... Soon after it gained independence in 2011, the country descended into civil war between the forces of President Salva Kiir and First Vice President Riek Machar ... ....
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South Sudan UN Commission condemns indiscriminatory military incitement against civilians
Jurist 27 Jan 2026
According to local news correspondence, the conflict stems from further political disagreements between groups supporting President Salva Kiir and those supporting Vice President Riek Machar, who has since been arrested and charged with treason.
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