South Sudanese police confirmed the deaths of 16 Sudanese nationals during riots linked to accusations of killings in Sudan. Protests erupted in Juba and beyond, prompting a government-imposed curfew. The Sudanese army condemned alleged violations while human rights groups criticized attacks on civilians. Investigations continue with 24 arrests linked to the violence.

On Monday, the police in South Sudan reported that 16 Sudanese nationals lost their lives during unrest that occurred last week. The riots stemmed from accusations regarding the deaths of South Sudanese citizens in Sudan’s El Gezira region. Demonstrations took place in Juba and other regions, igniting anger over perceived involvement by Sudan’s military in the El Gezira killings.

The unrest in South Sudan has been fueled by tensions related to recent events in Sudan’s El Gezira region, where allegations of targeted killings have emerged. The Sudanese army has responded to these accusations by denouncing what they refer to as “individual violations.” Meanwhile, human rights organizations have accused the army and its allies of conducting ethnically-motivated violence against civilians linked to the rebel Rapid Support Forces (RSF).

In light of the violence, the South Sudanese government has instituted a curfew from dusk to dawn, which remains in effect to maintain order. Police confirmation of the deaths has underscored the seriousness of the situation, prompting actions to protect foreign nationals. As investigations continue, the situation in South Sudan remains tense as authorities pursue accountability for the violence.

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