Ethiopian peacekeepers in South Sudan awarded United Nations Medal
February 26, 2026 – Africanews
Ethiopian peacekeepers serving with the UN mission in South Sudan were awarded the United Nations Medal in Yambio. The ceremony honored all members of the battalion, including mechanics like Major Tigist Ferede, for their service in the war-torn country.
US, EU and allies condemn civilian massacre in Ayod
February 26, 2026 – Radio Tamazuj
The US, EU, and Western allies expressed being “appalled” by reports of a civilian massacre in Pankor, Ayod County. In a joint statement, they warned that South Sudan’s fragile peace process is under “extreme pressure” following the February 21 killings.
Two killed in RSF cross-border attack in northern Unity State
February 25, 2026 – Sudans Post
Local residents report that elements of Sudan’s Rapid Support Forces (RSF) killed two young South Sudanese men in a cross-border attack near Payangai in Rubkona County, Unity State.
US says South Sudan peace process ‘farcical,’ urges respect for 2018 deal as opposition leader faces trial
February 26, 2026 – Anadolu Agency
The US State Department criticized South Sudan’s peace process as “farcical” and urged Juba to honor the 2018 peace agreement by returning to dialogue. This call comes as opposition leader Riek Machar faces trial.
South Sudan army appoints ex-Rubkona commissioner to lead Jonglei operations
February 26, 2026 – Sudans’ Post
The army chief has appointed Major General Stephen Salam Maluit as the new operations commander for Northern Jonglei State. He replaces Major General Michael Makal Kuol and is tasked with clearing the area of threats from SPLA-IO rebels.
