UN peacekeepers defy South Sudan military's order to leave town held by opposition
Summary
The United Nations Mission in South Sudan refused to leave its base in the town of Akobo, despite orders from the South Sudanese army to vacate due to a planned assault. The U.N. mission is staying to protect civilians amid ongoing conflict between the government and opposition forces.Key Facts
- The U.N. Mission in South Sudan has a base in Akobo, near the Ethiopian border.
- The South Sudanese army ordered U.N. peacekeepers and aid workers to leave Akobo.
- The U.N. mission decided to stay to protect civilians in the area.
- The South Sudanese government and opposition forces have been in conflict since a peace deal fell apart.
- Humanitarian workers left Akobo over the weekend, fearing a government attack.
- Akobo is now reportedly controlled by the South Sudanese army.
- The U.S., U.K., and Norway asked South Sudan's President Salva Kiir to stop the army's evacuation order.
- Local officials reported shortages of supplies and danger for fleeing civilians.
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