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South Sudan explains increased security deployment in Juba as elections approach

South Sudan has explained the increased deployment of security forces and street patrols in the capital, Juba, saying the operation was authorised by President Salva Kiir and is intended to reassure…

  • South Sudan increased security deployment in Juba authorized by President Salva Kiir.
  • Deployment consisted of military and street patrols, executed with Chief of Defence Forces approval.
  • Heightened presence aimed to showcase government control and assure public tranquility.

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