UPPER NILE - The town of Renk, in northern Upper Nile, was a bustling hub for trade between Sudan and South Sudan. But, today, the traffic is mostly people, and it’s all one way.
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Stephen Deng fled the fighting in Sudan and is one of 780,000 returnees and refugees who have sought sanctuary in Renk, South Sudan. UNMISS peacekeepers are helping to ensure the safe delivery of humanitarian aid, protecting civilians, and deterring violence amongst diverse communities living in congested conditions in transit and displacement camps. Photo by Francesca Mold/UNMISS.
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Celebrating International Youth Day in Eastern Equatoria, UNMISS partnered with the Ministry of Culture, Youth, and Sports to showcase innovative young performers conveying messages of peace through art. Photo by Moses Yakudu/UNMISS.
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Eleven abducted children have been successfully released and reunited with their parents in Eastern Equatoria following intensive efforts by UNMISS and partners. Photo by Okello James/UNMISS.
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In a historic first for South Sudan, virtual court proceedings have been successfully conducted in Malakal, ensuring greater accountability and access to justice for all. Photo by Nyang Lieth/UNMISS.
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Captain Prarthana Bhujel and her fellow Nepalese peacekeepers have been awarded the prestigious United Nations medal for their service and sacrifice in Lakes State, South Sudan. The troops have helped to protect civilians, build and repair critical infrastructure, and support reconciliation and peacebuilding among communities in conflict. Capt. Bhujel described the experience as "empowering and meaningful". Photo by Fares Aouadi/James Mawien Manyuol/UNMISS.