This archive report was first published on 12 October 2019.
On October 12, 2019, the United States imposed sanctions on South Sudan's government, targeting individuals and entities involved in the country's ongoing conflict.
The sanctions, announced by the US Treasury Department, aim to pressure the South Sudanese government to end the violence and implement a peace agreement.
According to the US government, the sanctions demonstrate the Trump administration's commitment to holding accountable those responsible for human rights abuses and undermining peace efforts in South Sudan.
However, critics argue that the sanctions may not be effective in achieving their intended goal, as they may inadvertently harm innocent civilians and exacerbate the humanitarian crisis in the country.
The South Sudan conflict has resulted in the deaths of thousands of people and displaced millions, making it one of the most pressing humanitarian crises in the world.
