Amidst escalating political violence, Germany has temporarily closed its embassy in South Sudan to ensure the safety of its staff. German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock highlighted the responsibility of President Kiir and Vice President Machar to halt the violence and adhere to the 2018 peace agreement, which ended a brutal civil war. South Sudan has struggled with instability since gaining independence in 2011, and the recent closure reflects ongoing concerns regarding civil conflict and governmental failure in the region.
The German government announced it is temporarily closing its embassy in South Sudan due to increasing violence, prioritizing the safety of its employees amidst political instability.
South Sudan is facing renewed threats of civil war as President Kiir and Vice President Machar continue to clash, failing to implement the peace agreement from 2018.
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