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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GOVERNMENT DISCUSSES THE CRISIS IN SUDAN AND BORDER CLASHES WITH DRC CONGO AND CENTRAL AFRICA

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President Kiir on Monday chaired National Security Council meeting that was attended by the five Vice Presidents and senior government officials to discuss the crisis in Sudan and the recent border clashes between the organized forces in Western Equatoria State and some elements along the border of Democratic Republic of Congo and Central Africa Republic.

 

In his remarks, the Minister of Presidential Affairs, Dr. Barnaba Marial Benjamin said the Council meeting called for immediate cessation of hostilities and urged the warring parties in Sudan to build on the ceasefire as well as open humanitarian corridor to allow civilians access humanitarian assistance.

 

Dr. Marial said the government further appealed to the humanitarian agencies to assist those affected by the crisis in Sudan and also directed its Embassy in Khartoum to remain open and continue to discharge its duties during this time of crisis to maintain relations between the two countries.

 

Finally, the Minister mentioned they resolved to form a committee comprising of Chief of Defence Forces, Inspector of Police and other high-ranking officers to investigate the recent border clashes between the organized forces deployed in Western Equatoria State and some elements along the border of Democratic Republic of Congo and Central Africa Republic.

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