The National Salvation Front (NAS) has condemned recent military attacks by South Sudan People’s Defense Forces (SSPDF) and allied militias on civilians in Upper Nile, Western Equatoria, and Western Bahr el Ghazal states. NAS accuses the government of ethnic targeting and fueling communal violence under the guise of security operations. The group warns that these attacks are part of a broader political strategy by President Salva Kiir to consolidate power, likening the situation to the 2013 and 2016 massacres. NAS urges South Sudanese citizens, humanitarian organizations, and the international community to intervene and hold the government accountable.
On Feb. 9, NAS forces in Kajo-Keji County successfully repelled an SSPDF attack, overrunning the Jalimo detachment base. The base had been used as an SSPDF operational hub against NAS positions. During the operation, NAS forces killed four SSPDF soldiers and seized weapons, including PKM machine guns, RPGs, and ammunition. NAS denied allegations circulating on social media that its forces burned homes and displaced civilians, instead accusing SSPDF of retaliating against local villagers. The NAS Military Command praised its forces for the successful operation.
NAS strongly denies allegations of involvement in the Eastern Equatoria attack, calling them baseless and politically motivated.
The National Salvation Front (NAS) condemns the mass killing of South Sudanese civilians in Wad Medani and Kombo Tayba, Sudan, by Sudan Armed Forces (SAF) and affiliated groups. NAS holds the Sudanese government accountable for the atrocities and demands adherence to international humanitarian laws, an impartial investigation, and accountability for the crimes. NAS also calls on international bodies, including the UN, AU, and human rights organisations, to send investigation teams and assist in ensuring justice.
NAS Chairman Thomas Cirillo’s heartfelt holiday message to South Sudanese citizens highlighting the themes of hope, unity, and resilience while addressing the country’s challenges, including economic hardships and human rights violations. Thomas reaffirms NAS’s commitment to genuine peace and calls for inclusive dialogue to resolve the nation’s conflicts.
The National Salvation Front (NAS) would like to inform its members, the people of South Sudan and members of the International Community about the series of betrayals that have been played out by regime agents using money-seeking defectors.
In its latest press release (Ref: NAS/OSM/13), the National Salvation Front (NAS) reports renewed clashes as the South Sudan People's Defense Forces (SSPDF) launched offensives against NAS positions in Western and Central Equatoria on Nov. 2. NAS successfully repelled the attacks, captured the Angabi base in Western Equatoria, and outlined measures for civilian safety and humanitarian coordination in light of ongoing conflict. The press release emphasizes NAS's resolve to defend its forces and citizens while maintaining humanitarian access.
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NAS warns of SSPDF's recruitment of local militia for planned offensives in Meridi and Yei, urging youth to resist involvement and reaffirming its commitment to protect South Sudanese communities.
The National Salvation Front (NAS) has condemned the killing of 10 civilians in Wonduruba Payam, Juba County, Central Equatoria State, blaming forces loyal to the South Sudan Defense Forces (SSPDF) and a militia led by Brigadier Kennedy Kenyi.
Press release detailing two successful counterattacks by NAS forces against SSPDF in Central Equatoria on Oct. 1 and 3, 2024. Includes casualty figures, captured equipment, and accusations against the government of South Sudan.