In Juba, South Sudan, heavy gunfire was reported as protests erupted over alleged killings of South Sudanese in Sudan. Furious youths looted Sudanese-owned businesses prompting police intervention to restore order. The violence highlights the escalating tensions between local South Sudanese and Sudanese nationals amidst ongoing conflicts in the region.
Heavy gunfire erupted in the South Sudanese capital of Juba as local youth launched protests leading to the looting of Sudanese-owned businesses. The protests were fueled by allegations of South Sudanese nationals being killed by the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) in Wad Madani, El Gezira State. In efforts to control the unrest, police fired shots into the air aiming to deter the looting and protect community order.
The recent violence in South Sudan is rooted in tensions regarding the treatment of South Sudanese individuals in Sudan. Reports of killings by the SAF have exacerbated anti-Sudanese sentiments, resulting in demonstrations across Juba. With Sudanese-owned businesses targeted during the protests, the local security forces have had to intervene to prevent further unrest and damage.
The situation in South Sudan remains tense, following violent protests catalyzed by allegations of killings in Sudan. The South Sudanese authorities are committed to protecting Sudanese nationals and their businesses. This incident underscores the fragile security situation and the complexities of regional ethnic relations amid the ongoing conflict in Sudan.
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