🚨🇸🇸🇪🇹 BREAKING: SOUTH SUDAN, ETHIOPIA DISCUSS BILATERAL RELATIONS

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South Sudan’s Caretaker Minister of Presidential Affairs, Africano Mande Gedima, has held talks with Ethiopia’s Ambassador to South Sudan, Delil Kedir Bushra, on strengthening bilateral relations and cooperation between the two countries. The meeting focused on diplomatic relations and cooperation, with the two officials also exchanging views on the current situation in South Sudan, Ethiopia and the wider region. Ambassador Delil Kedir said the discussions provided an opportunity to share perspectives on regional developments and matters of mutual interest. South Sudan and Ethiopia share longstanding political, economic and people-to-people ties, while developments in the two neighboring countries can have broader implications for the East African region. 📍 Juba, South Sudan 📅 October 2, 2026 📰 READ MORE: Office of the President, South Sudan 💬 What do you think about South Sudan-Ethiopia relations? Share your views in the comments. 📲 Follow Juba Wire for more South Sudan news and ...
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Prosecution Explains Why Puot Kang Tops Nasir War Crimes Trial Not Dr. Riek Machar

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Prosecution Explains Why Puot Kang Tops Nasir War Crimes Trial Not Dr. Riek Machar


‎Juba, South Sudan 

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Prosecutors in the ongoing Nasir War Crimes Trial have explained why Petroleum Minister Puot Kang Chol is listed as the first accused while opposition leader Dr. Riek Machar appears fifth on the charge sheet.

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‎According to the Prosecution, Kang played a central role in financing and sustaining the March assault on Nasir, making him the lead suspect in the case.

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‎“The attacks were planned, funded, coordinated, and commanded by SPLA-IO commanders, financed by the 1st accused, Mr. Puot Kang Chol, and the 3rd accused, Manpal Duor,” prosecutors told the court.

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‎Why Dr. Riek Machar Is Fifth, Not First

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‎While Machar is accused of giving military orders, prosecutors say Kang’s financial network was the backbone of the operation, enabling the White Army militia and SPLA-IO fighters to launch the deadly four-day siege.

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‎This, they argue, makes Kang the primary suspect, with Machar facing charges as the fifth accused.

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‎The Alleged Atrocities

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‎The trial stems from the March 3–7, 2025 siege of the SSPDF garrison in Nasir. Prosecutors allege:

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‎Dozens of surrendered soldiers were executed.

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‎Some bodies were dumped into the Sobat River, others left unburied.

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‎When government troops retook the base in April, they found what was described as a “valley of bones.”

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‎Other High-Profile Defendants

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‎Gabriel Duop Lam (2nd accused)  allegedly coordinated operations from Juba.

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‎Manpal Duor (3rd)  accused of co-financing the assault.

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‎Gatwich Lam Puoch (4th)  MP whose immunity was lifted to face trial.

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‎Camilo Gatmai Kel and Madin Riek Yak (6th & 7th)  accused of roles in command and logistics.

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‎In total, seven senior figures are in the dock, while 15 others remain at large.

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‎Trial of Historic Weight

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‎The “Nasir Case” is one of South Sudan’s most consequential trials, targeting both politicians and generals for alleged war crimes and crimes against humanity.

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‎The Prosecution has pledged to present phone records, WhatsApp chats, and video evidence to back its claims.

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‎Proceedings are expected to last several weeks as both sides battle over the country’s most closely watched case.

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