Violence in Juba, South Sudan reflects the severity of previous civil wars, notably from 2013 to 2018, which resulted in significant casualties. Current warnings suggest another civil war may emerge, potentially integrating with Sudan’s conflict, which could lead to dire outcomes for the region.

South Sudan’s capital, Juba, has a history steeped in violence, with the 2013 civil war leading to devastating ethnic massacres and looting shortly after gaining independence from Sudan. The ceasefire that collapsed in 2016 turned Juba into a war zone, resulting in over 400,000 fatalities by the conflict’s conclusion in 2018. As tensions rise, fears of another civil war are intensifying, especially with the potential for it to merge with ongoing violence in neighboring Sudan, leading to catastrophic consequences for the region.

The looming threat of renewed civil war in South Sudan is underscored by its violent past, particularly in Juba. The potential merging of this conflict with that in Sudan poses grave risks. Without proactive measures, the situation could destabilize further, exacerbating the humanitarian crisis.

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