T​ensions Escalate in Juba Following Killings of South Sudanese in Sudan.

Violence erupted as Sudanese nationals clashed with embassy staff and police, according to multiple eyewitnesses.

The unrest was triggered by the embassy's failure to provide travel documents for over 1,000 Sudanese citizens. The dispute escalated into physical altercations, resulting in multiple injuries among diplomats and security personnel.

The police, responsible for security at the embassy, were overwhelmed by the outraged citizens. The exact number of injured individuals remains unclear due to the ongoing chaos. 

The unrest in Juba was further fueled by reports of South Sudanese civilians being killed by Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) in Sudan's Al Jazirah state. 

Gruesome videos circulating online depicted beheadings and mass killings, with South Sudanese citizens among the reported victims. These incidents have ignited widespread anger and protests in Juba, leading to attacks on Sudanese-owned businesses and individuals.

In response to the escalating violence, South Sudan's President Salva Kiir has called for calm and urged citizens to refrain from retaliatory attacks against Sudanese nationals residing in South Sudan.e emphasized the importance of not allowing anger to cloud judgment and highlighted the duty to offer protection and support to those seeking safety.

The government has summoned the Sudanese Ambassador to Juba and initiated diplomatic consultations to ensure accountability for the killings in Al Jazirah.

Security forces have been deployed across Juba to restore order and prevent further violence. nationwide curfew from 6 p.m. to 6 a.m. has been imposed to maintain security and prevent property destruction.he situation remains tense, with authorities closely monitoring developments.

The international community is urged to assist in de-escalating the situation and to support efforts to hold those responsible for the violence accountable under international law Human rights groups have called for thorough investigations into the reported killings and for legal action against the perpetrators.

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