The situation in South Sudan has caught the attention of several international bodies, prompting a joint statement from the Embassies of Canada, Germany, the Netherlands, Norway, the United Kingdom, and the United States, along with the Delegation of the European Union. These entities have expressed serious concern over the deteriorating political and security circumstances in the nation, as emphasized by the Chairman of the Revitalized Joint Monitoring and Evaluation Commission.
The joint coalition of nations and the European Union has called for urgent measures to address the situation. They have specifically urged South Sudan's President Kiir to reverse the house arrest of First Vice President Machar. The parties have emphasized the necessity for all leaders to engage in dialogue aimed at finding a political solution to the ongoing crisis.
In a recent statement dated April 26, a senior transitional government minister used language distinguishing between “friendly” and “hostile” countries, which has been met with disappointment by the international group. Additionally, they have reiterated their demand for all political figures to cease using violence as a means of political competition and to refrain from taking unilateral steps.
With these strong statements, the embassies and the EU signal their collective concern and call for peaceful resolution and dialogue in South Sudan.