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Is South Sudan's VP Riek Machar's Trial Threatening Stability?

Vice President Riek Machar is on trial for murder, treason, and crimes against humanity, raising fears of renewed civil war and political instability. 

His detention and trial, held under restricted media access, have reignited ethnic tensions between his Nuer supporters and President Salva Kiir's Dinka base, and undermined the unity government formed under the 2018 peace agreement. Observers warn the proceedings could appear politically motivated, threatening the fragile peace and the country's path toward the postponed 2026 elections.

Civil society groups are calling for transparency, accountability, and international oversight to ensure the trial does not derail South Sudan's hard-won stability.

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Hannah McNeish/VOA

South Sudanese Former Vice President Riek Machar.

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