SPLM-IO Accuses Government of Violating Peace Agreement, Calls for AU Intervention

The Sudan People’s Liberation Movement-In Opposition (SPLM-IO) has raised alarm over alleged violations of the Revitalized Agreement on the Resolution of Conflict in South Sudan (R-ARCSS), accusing the ruling SPLM-In Government (SPLM-IG) of undermining the peace process. In a statement addressed to the African Union Liaison Office in South Sudan, SPLM-IO condemned the arbitrary removal of its officials from government positions and the detention of key political figures, including First Vice President Dr. Riek Machar. The opposition group also accused the government of orchestrating attacks against its members, particularly in Western Equatoria. “The SPLM-IG has resorted to unilateral actions that violate the peace agreement, including the illegal replacement of SPLM-IO governors and ministers,” the statement read. “Our members are being targeted, arrested, and harassed.” Foreign Troops and Security Crackdowns The SPLM-IO further alleged that foreign troops from Uganda...
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