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UNMISS reinforces the need for civilian protection amidst dire humanitarian situation in Maiwut

UPPER NILE - In a country where conflict, natural disasters, and limited access to even the most basic services threaten millions of people, protecting civilians remains at the heart of the United Nations’ peacekeeping efforts across South Sudan. Bordering Ethiopia, remote Maiwut County is among the areas hardest hit by humanitarian and development challenges. During a patrol, a team of civilian and uniformed peacekeepers met with local…

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The United Nations Mission works with the people of South Sudan to protect civilians and build durable peace.

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.