South Sudan Ambassador And His Deputy Involved In A Physical Fight In Washington DC USA

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South Sudan's Diplomatic Tensions Escalate as Head of Mission Alleges Assault by Deputy in the headquarters - Washington DC. 

Washington, D.C. – Ambassador Dr. Santino Fardol W. Dicken, Head of Mission at South Sudan’s Embassy in Washington, has alleged a violent assault by Deputy Head of Mission, Ambassador Angong Dhol Acuil. 

The incident reportedly occurred within the embassy premises on November 25, 2024.

In a formal letter addressed to South Sudan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Dr. Dicken detailed his grievances, accusing Ambassador Angong of misconduct and outright defiance of diplomatic protocol. 

He described the alleged attack as unprecedented and claimed it was targeted due to his position as Special Envoy of the President and Head of Mission.

The letter raises several concerns regarding prior incidents and alleged negligence by the Ministry in addressing reports of misconduct by the deputy. 

Dr. Dicken questioned why his repeated complaints since March 2024 were ignored and sought clarity on the circumstances surrounding Ambassador Angong’s extended absence from duty and unauthorized actions during that time.

Dr. Dicken also accused Ambassador Angong of escalating tensions by threatening embassy staff who witnessed the incident. He identified multiple witnesses, including Ms. Rose Tulio, the Executive Secretary, and embassy drivers, and requested their written testimonies.

Additionally, the head of mission alleged that Ambassador Angong had a history of confrontations, citing prior incidents involving other diplomats, and demanded an immediate intervention to safeguard his safety and the reputation of South Sudan's diplomatic mission.

The letter ends with a warning that legal action could follow if the issue is not addressed urgently. Dr. Dicken emphasized his refusal to work under conditions he described as abusive,