South Sudan Article

What event triggered the violence in South Sudan in mid-December?

• A political power struggle within the SPLM

• A coup attempt by Riek Machar

• Disarmament of Nuer colleagues by Dinkas in the presidential guard

• Intervention by Ugandan troops

Which countries are involved in mediating the conflict in South Sudan?

• Ethiopia, Uganda, and Kenya

• Sudan, China, and the United States

• Britain, Norway, and France

• India, China, and Russia

What is the main reason for the ethnic conflict between the Dinka and Nuer tribes?

• A political power struggle within the SPLM

• Control over oil-rich regions

• Intervention by foreign countries

• Historical tribal animosities

What role does Uganda play in the South Sudan conflict?

• Mediating peace talks

• Supporting President Salva Kiir militarily

• Backing Riek Machar's rebels

• Remaining neutral

What is the potential consequence if the conflict in South Sudan continues?

• Sudan might intervene to protect its interests

• China will stop importing oil from South Sudan

• The UN will withdraw its peacekeeping forces

• Ethiopia will take control of South Sudan

What is the stance of the UN regarding the South Sudan conflict?

• Demoralized and criticized for not foreseeing the crisis

• Actively supporting Riek Machar

• Providing military support to Salva Kiir

• Remaining neutral and uninvolved

What is the likelihood of a power-sharing agreement between Kiir and Machar?

• Unlikely, given the current situation

• Highly probable with international mediation

• Already in place and functioning

• Dependent on Uganda's military actions