Rebel group claims destruction of SPLA unit
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June 9. 2015 (MARIDI) - A spokesperson for the Revolutionary Movement
for National Salvation (REMNASA), a South Sudanese rebel group,
claimed their forces on Tuesday destroyed a production unit belonging
to government troops loyal to president, Salva Kiir.
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Soldiers from the South Sudanese army (SPLA) jump from a vehicle while
on patrol in the capital, Juba (Photo: Reuters/Goran Tomasevic)
Col. John Sunday Martin said the unit, known as Capt Makuei
Chanroduction under the Directorate of Military Corporation, was
allegedly destroyed in an ambush that occured four kilometres from
Maridi town in South Sudan’s Western Equatoria state.
"The two platoons were heading to Maridi from their base suited six
kilometers on Rumbek road. They were on foots to Maridi to reinforce,
where they fall in our ambush," the rebel movement claimed in a
statement extended to Sudan Tribune.
"Our patriotic forces killed 5 andwounded serious others; as well
captured 6 rifles including a Rocket-Propelled Grenade (RBG), with
several rounds of ammunitions, and scattered them in the jungle", it
added.
According to the rebel official, the confrontation happened after
their forces stationed in a nearby area were informed of the situation
in Maridi and were heading to rescue civilians from the SPLA, as the
two platoons of the army headed to reinforce their colleagues.
"Thus our valiant forces of REMNASA ambushed them after received
earlier information about their mission to Maridi, as they left their
base," the rebespokespersonon said.
He also accused the national army of allgedly committing several
atrocities against residents of Maridi, citing killings, burning of
houses and looting of civilians’ properties.
These allegations could, however, not be independently verified by the
Sudan Tribune.
The chaos, the rebel official claims, started after a youth from
Maridi had misunderstanding with a Dinka tribesman whose cattle
encroached to his farm, destroying the farm.
"Instead of apologizing for the damage his cattle caused to the young
man’s field; he (Dinka tribesman) resorted to fight him in the
presence of dozens of his Dinka tribesmen," the rebel official said.
He added, "On top, they (Dinka triesbmen) called on their brothers
within the ranks and structures of the security forces, who came and
arrested this local young man. Thus, the local youths reacted and used
sticks to beat the cows whichresulted chaos in Maridi on tribal lines
– between the locals, and Dinka tribesmen."
The Dinka youth were allegely supported by their tribesmen within the
ranks and structures of SPLA and National Security started reportedly
shot at the local youths where they killed at least one, while the
latter retaliated by killing several cows.
"As the Dinka tribesmen were overpowered by the local youths, they ran
to the SPLA headquarters (military garrison) and reported that they
are being attacked by rebels," the group’s spokesperson further
claimed.
"Thus, the SPLA were dispatched from the Garrison, instead of calming
the situation, they resorted to destroy houses and to kill civilians
randomly - from Line Zira to Dar tick - Hai Soura", he alleged.
"The worst scenario was a woman and her children, together with her
husband was burnt to death in their house by the SPLA," added the
official.
The rebel group cautioned the general populations to refrain from
tribal politics, which they claimed was dangerous for national unity
and coexistence in the young nation.
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10 June 12:26, by Thondet Manyang
Rebels should not victimize innocent citizens by telling lies to
the media while the community is now denying rebels’ present in the
area.This is a mere propaganda!!!!!!!! Becoming a rebel is not a
enjoyment but typical struggle. Thank God we are in our country. This
is the beginning of the end. Equatoria and Upper Nile didn’t get
devastation since liberation. But now they fill n see what happens.
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10 June 12:37, by Ahmed Chol
People are hungry for war in this part of Equatoria.
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11 June 08:02, by Mayom County Boy
Equatoria are claiming to have their own rebellion
the same thing to Shiluk and Nuer
so how many rebellion south Sudanese people are needed to
be in South Sudan country ?
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10 June 14:55, by jubaone
Manyang Chol,
If you are suggesting that Equatoria should get devastated,
then think where else you will run. By the way, Equatoria is now ready
and all jiengs must be prepared for the final Showdown. You want it,
you get it!
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10 June 13:06, by Thondet Manyang
Many people thought Riek will sieze power without question but now
it becomes something else even he regretted it. Likewise to Johnson
Ulony it was assumed that government will not tackle it but what
happened now? War mongers should think strategically i.e how long will
it take,who to involve(Youth and educated),where to start(relatives
and insecurity)Cost/logistics. We will be sorry for displacem
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10 June 14:09, by Lango2010
it is really laughable, lies over lies lol!!
the story is upside down for a wise man but up right to the
foolish. if everybody think war can take to light, it is unfortunate
such people.
how i wish the president to step a side from the politic and
leave the people live without laws for one month. let now assumed the
jungle live "survivable for the fittest" let test who is who?
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10 June 14:18, by Lango2010
Pastoral communities are the trouble makers in this nation
for sure but there are times even the farmers act the same way. have
South Sudan decide to live as tribes or as a nation? let Dinka
communities give up the throne and become rebels such that the one in
the chair test the heat. today is Dinka but tomorrow will be one of
our tribes to be hated. i have read the mind of Southerners ever.
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10 June 14:24, by Lango2010
if some point at you and say you are stupid, to me i
will reply thank you. because he/she is more stupid than i am simply
1/5 and 4/5 according to you who is stupid. let see our tribes one by
one as ourselves which one is the most stupid tribe in South Sudan?
you or God knows the answer...
Haaaaaaaa
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10 June 15:04, by Lorolokin
Lango2010,
I like your asumption but if I were you I would have point
my ping and tell them that, why are they not well
comed (hated) all around South Sudan and now adays in the neighbouring
countries.
They don’t understand and they don’t want to
understand even !!??
Lets wait and see.
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10 June 15:29, by Hardlinner
Lango2010 is right. The problem in south Sudan
circulate around the tribe that rule the nation. Let say Bari man
become president today and tomorrow u would find other tribes blaming
Bari for all wrong doing. Case in maridi could be blame on two warring
tribes.
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10 June 15:26, by Thondet Manyang
Jubaone!
Anyone one ready for war now will get it and I think not from me
or you lol. The victims are children, women, elderly and disables who
are now enjoying with their relatives and families. I am saying this
coz I personally not happy with the suffering of our people in Greater
Upper for the sake of leadership and tribal centiments unlike peaceful
Equatoria. All wars have objectives not pride
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10 June 15:34, by Thondet Manyang
continu..
when you get person and kill just coz he/she is from certain tribe
is not logic completely. That one can force people to fight while it
was not an initial plan. So, please don’t bring war closer to your
area(people and resources). I am advising you. Stay safe do try
it!!!!!
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