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UNMISS Defies South Sudan’s Evacuation Order Amid Conflict

3/11/2026

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United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) will not comply with the government's order to close its Akobo base, a refuge for tens of thousands fleeing conflict.
The South Sudanese government has intensified military actions against opposition since the peace deal collapsed.
Akobo is nearly empty as residents have fled to Ethiopia amid ongoing fighting.
The United States, United Kingdom, and Norway urged Kiir to revoke the evacuation order.

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United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) will not comply with the government's order to close its Akobo base, a refuge for tens of thousands fleeing conflict.
The South Sudanese government has intensified military actions against opposition since the peace deal collapsed.
Akobo is nearly empty as residents have fled to Ethiopia amid ongoing fighting.
The United States, United Kingdom, and Norway urged Kiir to revoke the evacuation order.