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- The U.S. State Department warned South Sudan that aid could be reduced unless it stops fees on humanitarian shipments and obstructs aid operations.
- The State Department says the crisis stems from poor governance and mismanagement of public resources.
- Since 2011, the United States provided over $9.5 billion in aid, while South Sudan earned $25 billion in oil revenue.
- The U.S. urges the transitional government to redirect funds toward essential services.
