Ilya Gridneff
Thursday, October 1, 2015 - 06:27
The U.S. and the International Monetary Fund are discussing a rescue package for South Sudan to help rebuild the economy after almost two years of war, a U.S. envoy said.
Tuesday, September 30, 2014 - 06:14
China halted weapons sales to South Sudan after it discovered the state arms manufacturer sold millions of dollars worth of equipment to the war-torn nation, a Chinese Embassy official said.
Wednesday, February 26, 2014 - 08:02
Sick patients in South Sudan have been shot to death in their beds and medical facilities have been looted and burned to the ground.
Wednesday, February 19, 2014 - 08:40
Rebel forces took control of parts of the capital of South Sudan's oil-producing Upper Nile state, a military official said Tuesday, as the United Nations said at least 10 people died following the latest outbreak of violence in the world's newest country.
Wednesday, February 12, 2014 - 08:15
Cluster bombs. Rebel forces advancing on a major city. Accusations of continuing attacks. The cease-fire in South Sudan appears to not be holding.
Wednesday, January 29, 2014 - 12:20
Despite a recent ceasefire, fighting continues in South Sudan, prompting UN humanitarian chief Valerie Amos to visit the country to garner support for vital aid efforts.
Friday, January 24, 2014 - 10:20
South Sudan's president on Friday said a new peace deal with rebels will help see the country's five-week conflict resolved through dialogue, even as a rebel leader accused the country's military of breaking the cease-fire.