Nasir Trial Adjourned as MP Gatwech Lam Puoch Begins Defense ‎

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‎The Special Court handling the Nasir incident has adjourned proceedings until Monday, June 15, after the third accused, MP Gatwech Lam Puoch, began presenting his defense. ‎ ‎Gatwech, a member of the National Legislative Assembly representing Nasir County, rejected allegations linking him to activities related to the Nasir incident.  ‎ He told the court that his actions were part of his constitutional duties as an elected representative and were aimed at reducing tensions in Nasir and Ulang counties. ‎ ‎The lawmaker said a press conference cited by prosecutors was intended to encourage dialogue, address rumors, and help prevent conflict rather than incite violence.  ‎ He maintained that he was fulfilling his responsibility to represent and speak on behalf of his constituents. ‎ ‎Gatwech also argued that the Nasir crisis should be viewed within the wider context of challenges facing the implementation of the 2018 peace agreement, citing concerns raised by various political act...
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Fire Outbreak In Aweil East State. Four Confirmed Dead

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South Sudan Red Cross confirmed that 4 people died in a fire related incident in two villages of Aweil East State.  
On Sunday it was also confirmed that 40 people died of firestorm in Lol State and this story is a separate one.  
The fire incident of Aweil East is related to the firestorm that claimed over 40 lives in Lol State. Mr.  Peter Kuot who works for the Red Cross said that the firestorm that started in Korok extended to Aweil East.  
Mr. Duot confirmed that “The one of Aweil East is the same disaster that has extended to Aweil East in parts of Mayom Akout and Mangar Akwech. So it has also destroyed houses there. At least four people are confirmed dead and around 20 households destroyed.”
Finally he is calling for humanitarian support for the victims.
More to follow shortly.... 


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