Juba’s in chaos: plane crash kills 13, military clashes escalate, UN tensions spike, and US deportations stir controversy in South Sudan’s capital.
South Sudan's army announced Operation Enduring Peace to recapture towns in Jonglei, amid renewed conflict and a controversial military order to kill civilians. The operation follows recent territorial gains by opposition forces loyal to Riek Machar, raising fears of a return to full-scale civil war.
A Cessna 208 Caravan flying from Yei to Juba has crashed about 20 kilometers outside Juba. Preliminary reports indicate bad weather and poor visibility have caused the crash. The aircraft was carrying 13 passengers and a pilot, including two Kenyans and 11 South Sudanese. Emergency teams are at the scene, where remains of the aircraft are in flames.