South Sudan Military Evacuation Order Sparks Humanitarian Crisis Concerns in Jonglei

Humanitarian Crisis in Jonglei

• ⚠️ Humanitarian organizations are raising alarms over worsening conditions in South Sudan's Jonglei state following a military evacuation order.
• 📌 The order, issued ahead of an operation against opposition forces, affects civilians and personnel from UN missions and charities in three counties.
• 📉 The situation is exacerbated by global cuts to humanitarian assistance, leaving many organizations unable to respond to the escalating needs.

Escalating Conflict and Displacement

• 💥 Clashes in Jonglei are described as the fiercest since 2017, with the military preparing an operation against the SPLA-IO.
• 💔 Over 180,000 people have already been displaced in Jonglei, according to the UN mission.
• 🏥 Medical charity Doctors Without Borders (MSF) evacuated key staff from Akobo County due to the deplorable situation and scale of needs.

Risks to Humanitarian Actors

• ❓ Concerns are high for the safety and security of smaller national NGOs that may lack the capacity to ensure their staff's well-being.
• 🤝 The UN mission in South Sudan stated its peacekeepers remain in Akobo, working to de-escalate tensions and prevent further conflict.
• 🕊️ The UN urged South Sudan's leaders to prioritize their people by ceasing the fighting.