Summary
About 300,000 people have left South Sudan in 2025 due to conflict between leaders that might lead to civil war, according to the United Nations. The strife is between President Salva Kiir and Riek Machar, who was recently suspended from his role as First Vice President. The UN is urging for regional action to prevent further escalation.
Key Facts
- 300,000 people have fled South Sudan so far in 2025 due to escalating conflict.
- The conflict is between President Salva Kiir and suspended First Vice President Riek Machar.
- The UN Commission on Human Rights in South Sudan warns of a possible return to civil war.
- South Sudan has faced instability and violence since its independence in 2011.
- The conflict has displaced people to neighboring countries like Sudan, Uganda, Ethiopia, and Kenya.
- Riek Machar was placed under house arrest and faces charges including treason and crimes against humanity.
- More than 2.5 million South Sudanese are refugees in other countries.
- The ongoing crisis is linked to corruption and lack of accountability among leaders.
