Conflict is ongoing in the Abyei region, involving tensions between Abyei, South Sudan, and Sudan.
6 reports, 3 independent
Updated Sep 18
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What happened
Conflict is ongoing in the Abyei region, involving tensions between Abyei, South Sudan, and Sudan.
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What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- Mass prayers were held in Abyei to prevent renewed conflict.Sub-event
- The Abyei boundary dispute is being addressed by the Permanent Court of Arbitration, leading to personnel changes in the region.Sub-event
- Dispute over Abyei's final status between Sudan and South Sudan continues, with the government maintaining administration of the region.Sub-event
- A long-running territorial dispute is underway concerning Twic County, which is located within South Sudan.Sub-event
Misseriya tribes are involved in conflict within the Abyei region.1 source
- Civilian violence continues in the Lakes region, impacting state functionality and causing refugees from Sudan to strain resources.Sub-event
- South Sudan elections affect Abyei resident status, leading to a dispute over the participation of Abyei residents in the elections.Sub-event
Tensions flare in Abyei, impacting the stability of South Sudan and Sudan.1 source
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The entities involved
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Abyei
area in Sudan established by the Abyei Protocol
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South Sudan
country in East Africa
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Sudan
country in Northeast Africa
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