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...

President Salva Kiir Mayardiit held bilateral meetings with African leaders at UNGA, New York, United States of America

File: 78th United Nations General Assembly, New York United States of America. 


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President Salva Kiir Mayardiit attended the opening session of the 78th UN General Assembly today. 


President Kiir also held a number of bilateral meetings with various African leaders. 


The President during the meetings expressed South Sudan's readiness and commitment to building peace in the region.


UNGA also known as the United Nations General Assembly and it is one of the six principal organs of the 'UN' United Nations and it's main objective is to deliberate on policy making and representative organ.


The UN General Assembly also make key decision for the United Nations which is electing the UN Secretary General upon the recommendations made by the Security Council. 


UNGA also elects the non-council members of the Security Council and they also approve the UN budget. 


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