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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‎President Kiir, UN Peacekeeping Chief Discuss Strengthening UNMISS Support Amid Global Budget Cuts ‎

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President Kiir and UN Undersecretary Jean-Pierre LaCroix. 


‎JUBA, October 17, 2025 

President Salva Kiir Mayardit on Friday held talks with Jean-Pierre Lacroix, the United Nations Under-Secretary-General for Peace Operations, focusing on strengthening cooperation between South Sudan and the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS).

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‎During the meeting in Juba, the two leaders reviewed the country’s peace and security situation and discussed ways to enhance UNMISS’s role in supporting the ongoing peace process.

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‎Lacroix acknowledged the financial constraints currently affecting UN peacekeeping operations globally, noting that UNMISS is also facing significant budget cuts. 

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However, he assured President Kiir that the UN remains committed to sustaining its support for peace and stability in South Sudan.

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‎He reaffirmed that UNMISS will continue working closely with the government to promote reconciliation, protect civilians, and facilitate humanitarian access in line with its mandate.

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‎The meeting comes at a time when the transitional government is working to consolidate peace and prepare the country for its first post-independence elections.

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