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Battling washed-out roads over three days, UNMISS peacekeepers reach displaced families in Liwolo

CENTRAL EQUATORIA – On a slightly overcast Thursday morning, a convoy of 14 UNMISS vehicles leaves Juba. Led by Nepalese peacekeepers and carrying military advisers, UN Police and civilian staff, the patrol team is heading to Sokare in Liwolo payam - the first UNMISS road mission to the area in three years. This is where more than 35,000 displaced people have sought shelter after fleeing their homes near the border following recent border clashes…

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Around 12,000 peacekeepers serve with the United Nations Mission in South Sudan, carrying out many duties under the mandate determined by the United Nations Security Council, including protection of civilians, creating the conditions conducive to the delivery of humanitarian assistance, supporting the implementation of the revitalized agreement and peace process, and monitoring, investigating, and reporting on alleged violations and abuses of international humanitarian law and human rights.

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United Nations Mission in South Sudan

The United Nations Mission in South Sudan works to protect civilians, facilitate the safe delivery of humanitarian aid, promote human rights, and build durable peace.