[wanabidii] Africa: Statement on the South Sudan Conflict on the 4th Anniversary of its Independence

You are subscribed to Africa for U.S. Department of State. This information has recently been updated, and is now available. Africa: Statement on the South Sudan Conflict on the 4th Anniversary of its Independence 07/09/2015 06:04 PM EDT Statement on the South Sudan Conflict on the 4th Anniversary of its Independence Press Statement John Kirby Department Spokesperson Washington, DC July 9, 2015 Today should be a time for celebration in South Sudan, but it is overshadowed by the tragic costs of conflict. Since December 2013 thousands have been killed, more than 2.2 million displaced, and 4.6 million people remain at risk of life-threatening hunger. Both the government and the armed opposition are responsible for ongoing military actions, violations of international humanitarian law, and widespread human rights abuses against civilians, including horrific crimes against women and children. The country’s economy is also deteriorating as its leaders squander its oil wealth on a senseless war. The South Sudanese legislature’s decision to temporarily extend the government takes effect today. The extension must be used for one purpose: to secure a peace deal immediately and form a transitional government of national unity. We urge all sides to finally put the people of South Sudan first and demonstrate the leadership necessary to forge a lasting peace. The United States along with our Troika (the UK and Norway) and EU partners stand steadfast in our support to the people of South Sudan on today’s anniversary and for the long term. The Office of Website Management, Bureau of Public Affairs, manages this site as a portal for information from the U.S. State Department. External links to other Internet sites should not be construed as an endorsement of the views or privacy policies contained therein. Stay connected with the State Department:   External links found in this content or on Department of State websites that go to other non-Department websites should not be construed as an endorsement of the views or privacy policies contained therein.  Update your subscriptions, modify your password or email address, or stop subscriptions at any time on your Subscriber Preferences Page. You will need to use your email address to log in. If you have questions or problems with the subscription service, please visit subscriberhelp.govdelivery.com. This service is provided to you at no charge by U.S. Department of State. This email was sent to wanabidii@googlegroups.com using GovDelivery, on behalf of: U.S. Department of State · 2201 C Street NW · Washington, DC 20520

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