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politics2 days ago
U.S. Deports Vietnamese National Convicted of Murder to Vietnam After Detention in South Sudan
Tuan Phan, 44, left Juba International Airport for Vietnam on Friday after more than a year in detention. South Sudan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed the departure.
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nbcnews.compolitics2 days ago
Vietnamese national deported to South Sudan repatriated to Vietnam
A 44-year-old Vietnamese man sent to South Sudan under a U.S. third-country deportation program returned to Vietnam on Friday after more than a year in detention. South Sudan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed the repatriation at a press briefing.
france24.comworld19 days ago
WFP Scales Up Aid to South Sudan’s Akobo as Catastrophic Hunger Worsens Amid Conflict
The World Food Programme has reached more than 60,000 people in Akobo East since launching an emergency response three weeks ago. Operations continue despite insecurity, damaged infrastructure and the start of the rainy season.
motherjones.comworld29 days ago
WFP Airdrops Deliver Food to Flood- and Conflict-Cut Areas in South Sudan
The World Food Programme is conducting airdrops to reach communities isolated by flooding and fighting. Thousands of residents have been displaced and face severe food shortages.
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winnipegfreepress.comworld52 days ago
South Sudan Hunger Crisis Affects 7.8 Million Amid Conflict and Displacement
Millions in South Sudan face emergency hunger levels due to conflict, flooding, and economic shocks. The World Food Programme delivers aid to hard-to-reach areas, but access challenges persist. Personal stories highlight severe malnutrition among displaced families, especially wo…
The Bbcworld55 days ago
Plane Crash Near South Sudan's Capital Kills All 14 On Board
A small passenger plane crashed southwest of Juba in South Sudan, killing the pilot and 13 passengers. The civil aviation authority cited adverse weather and low visibility as a possible cause. The incident highlights ongoing aviation safety issues in the country.
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vaticannews.vaworld60 days ago
South Sudan Conflict Escalates with Impacts on Humanitarian Aid Delivery
Fighting in South Sudan has intensified since March 2025, leading to restrictions on humanitarian access. Aid organizations report theft, looting, and destruction of resources intended for civilians. The United Nations estimates that 10 million people require assistance amid risi…