The Bishops in South Sudan and Sudan are alarmed by ongoing violence and political instability, notably the delay of elections postponed to February 2027. They advocate for immediate implementation of peace agreements and call upon the international community for support, highlighting the severe humanitarian crisis caused by civil wars in both countries.
The Bishops of South Sudan and Sudan have expressed urgent concerns regarding the deteriorating situation in both nations following their recent meeting in Kit, Eastern Equatoria. They highlight the dire implications of postponed democratic elections in South Sudan, with the hope for sustainable peace diminishing. Since the onset of civil strife in December 2013, efforts to implement peace agreements have fallen short, leading to delays in the anticipated elections, now moved to February 2027. The bishops urge both the South Sudanese government and opposition groups to expedite the implementation of the Revitalized Agreement on the Resolution of the Conflict. They also call for the swift adoption of a new constitution and international assistance to foster stability and development. Meanwhile, tensions in Sudan remain high as the civil war, which erupted in April 2023, continues to devastate lives and force displacement. The bishops condemn the humanitarian crisis and urge adherence to humanitarian laws by all parties involved.
The current political landscape in South Sudan and Sudan reflects prolonged conflicts and unmet peace initiatives stemming from civil wars. After the initial conflict that initiated in December 2013, various agreements, including the Revitalized Agreement on the Resolution of Conflict in 2018 and the Tumaini Consensus, were established but have not been fully realized. The situation has escalated with recent violence in South Sudan and the devastating humanitarian crisis in Sudan, prompting national and international calls for immediate resolutions and support.
In summary, the Bishops’ concerns underscore the urgent need for political and humanitarian action in South Sudan and Sudan. The postponed elections and persisting violence highlight the challenges to achieving a peaceful resolution. There exists a critical imperative for the government and opposition to comply with existing peace agreements and for the international community to provide the necessary aid and guidance to restore stability in these regions.
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