Norway’s concern over the unrest in South Sudan

The Norwegian Foreign Affairs Minister, Espen Barth Eide, on Thursday expressed his deep concern over the recent violence and political unrest in South Sudan.

In a statement seen by Sudans Post, the Norwegian minister urged an immediate de-escalation of tensions in South Sudan.

“I am deeply concerned by the recent violence and ongoing political unrest in South Sudan. The attack on a UN helicopter in Nasir, which claimed the lives of South Sudanese soldiers and UN personnel, is alarming,” Eide said.

Eide urged all parties to exercise restraint, respect international humanitarian law, and engage in inclusive dialogue to prevent further violence.

“Ensuring the safety of civilians and safe, rapid, and unimpeded access for humanitarian actors is paramount,” says Eide.

Norway commended the UN peacekeeping troops and called on all parties to continue their cooperation with the United Nations Mission in South Sudan.

“Norway continues to stand with the people of South Sudan in their pursuit of peace, stability, and a secure future.”

The detentions of senior leaders and military officials have heightened fears of renewed conflict, jeopardizing the fragile peace established by the 2018 Revitalized Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict in the Republic of South Sudan.