13 Killed in Jonglei Clashes Over Disputed Fishing Ground.

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‎Jonglei State, South Sudan. At least 13 people have been killed and more than 20 others injured in renewed communal clashes between the Hol and Ayual communities in Jonglei State, officials confirmed on Thursday. ‎ ‎The deadly fighting broke out on Wednesday at Bioth-Agany Fishing Island, a disputed area between Duk and Twic East counties, after armed youth from the Hol community of Duk reportedly launched an attack on the island currently claimed by the Ayual community of Twic East. ‎ ‎Twic East County Commissioner Juach Arok Juach stated that seven people from his community were killed, seven others wounded, and four remain missing. He added that Hol youth are still occupying the area and tensions remain high. ‎ ‎On the other side, Duk County Commissioner John Chatim confirmed six deaths and 14 injuries among the Hol community.  ‎ ‎“We are urging our youth to cease fighting and allow the government to take over the matter and investigate. There must be accountability,” Chatim s...

PRESIDENCY DIRECTS SECURITY FORCES TO INVESTIGATE THE RECENT KILLINGS IN SOME PARTS OF THE COUNTRY

 

President Kiir and Vice President Wani Igga. 


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The Presidency in a meeting chaired by President Kiir has directed the free movement of people and services throughout the country, banning any armed group from controlling specific areas in the country.


The leadership says this is to ensure the citizens go about their daily activities without fear or any hindrances.


Presidential Advisor on National Security Affairs Tut Gatluak Manime says the Presidency further directed the security organs to investigate the recent killings in the suburbs of Juba, Wunkur of Ruweng Administrative Area and along some stations along the River Nile.


The Presidency said those responsible for the heinous crimes must be held to account, warning people against engaging in harmful activities.


The country's leadership also directed the immediate deployment of the graduated members of the Necessary Unified Forces, and the start of Phase Two of the training.


The Presidency made the decisions after obtaining detailed security reports about the current situation in the country from the Director General of the Internal Security Bureau of the National Security Service General Akol Kur Kooc.

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