South Sudan - Summary Executions in North

press release

Nairobi — Investigate Officials and Security Forces; End Killings, Other Abuses in Warrap State

South Sudanese security forces summarily executed at least eight suspected criminals, including two children, as part of their anti-crime campaign in Warrap state, Human Rights watch said today. The executions apparently were carried out on the orders of Governor Aleu Ayieny Aleu. South Sudanese authorities should immediately halt and ensure justice for the unlawful killings, which constitute serious violations of international law.

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