‘All tools available’ US threatens sanctions against South Sudan

The United States has warned South Sudan’s transitional government that it could face sanctions and visa restrictions over what Washington says are continued obstacles to humanitarian assistance in the country. In a statement issued on September 20, the US Department of State’s Bureau of African Affairs accused officials at national, state and local levels of […]
US Congressman urges Rubio to push Kiir, Machar toward settlement

A US congressman has urged Secretary of State Marco Rubio to intensify American diplomatic efforts to help resolve South Sudan’s prolonged political and security crisis. In a letter dated 25 August, Congressman Rich McCormick called on the US government to use its diplomatic influence to encourage President Salva Kiir and First Vice President Riek Machar […]