The African Union Mission in South Sudan, IGAD, UNMISS, and RJMEC expressed deep concern over escalating tensions in Upper Nile State and conflicts involving signatory forces in Western Equatoria and Bahr el-Ghazal. They urged collaboration to de-escalate the situation and reinforce public trust in the peace process by advancing the unification and deployment of Necessary Unified Forces.
The African Union Mission in South Sudan (AUMISS), the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD), the UN Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS), and the Reconstituted Joint Monitoring and Evaluation Commission (RJMEC) have voiced significant apprehension regarding the escalating tensions in Upper Nile State. In a joint press release, they also raised concerns about clashes involving forces of signatory parties to the Revitalized Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in the Republic of South Sudan (R-ARCSS) occurring in Western Equatoria and Western Bahr el-Ghazal states.
The organizations urged all parties to collaborate urgently through the R-ARCSS framework in order to de-escalate the growing situation in Upper Nile State. Recent reports from the Ceasefire and Transitional Security Arrangements Monitoring and Verification Mechanism (CTSAMVM) indicate that security conditions in Upper Nile have worsened recently, particularly due to the ongoing rotation of forces in Nasir. This has heightened fears of potential widespread violence.
In their statement, AUMISS, IGAD, UNMISS, and RJMEC called upon the leadership of the Revitalized Transitional Government of National Unity (RTGoNU) and the Joint Defense Board (JDB) to act collaboratively and promptly to mitigate lingering security threats across all three states. They cautioned that neglecting these issues might weaken the Permanent Ceasefire, which is vital to the Revitalized Peace Agreement.
Moreover, the joint statement underscored the importance of advancing the full unification and swift deployment of the Necessary Unified Forces. This initiative is crucial to restoring public confidence in the RTGoNU’s commitment to achieving enduring peace and stability in South Sudan, especially during this critical phase as the nation enters the fourth extension of its ongoing Transitional Period.
In conclusion, urgent action is required by the Revitalized Transitional Government of National Unity and the Joint Defense Board to address rising tensions in Upper Nile State and other affected areas. Collaborative efforts are vital to maintain the integrity of the Permanent Ceasefire and secure public trust in the peace process. The full deployment of Necessary Unified Forces is essential to fostering stability as South Sudan navigates a pivotal moment in its transitional timeline.
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