South Sudan urged parties in Sudan to prioritize dialogue

The South Sudanese government is urging the military and differing parties in neighbouring Sudan to quickly return to dialogue amid a coup.

A statement issued by the South Sudanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs said President Salva Kiir expressed his unwavering solidarity with the Sudanese people.

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“The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of the Republic of South Sudan at this hour remains steadfast in supporting the aspirations and stance of the Sudanese people, and will avail all its diplomatic channels to support Sudan,” the ministry said in a press release.