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<p>We strongly condemn the unacceptable harassment and abuse of monitors from the
Ceasefire and Transitional Security Arrangements Monitoring and Verification Mission
(CTSAMVM) on 18 December 2018. This incident not only constitutes a breach of the
12 September peace agreement, but is also an appalling violation of the human rights
of the individuals targeted who are doing an important job in the interests of peace
in South Sudan.</p><p>Through our bilateral engagement, and as part of the Troika
(with the USA and Norway), we have joined the UN, EU and the Intergovernmental Authority
on Development in publicly condemning this incident in the strongest terms. We urge
the Government of South Sudan to conduct a full investigation and hold to account
those found responsible. CTSAMVM is a vital monitoring mechanism under the peace agreement
and any hindrance in their ability to conduct their operations safely and effectively
is a hindrance to the peace process itself.</p>
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