Gunfire Erupts in Juba, South Sudan

Heavy gunfire erupted late Thursday at the residence of former South Sudanese intelligence chief Gen. Akol Koor in Juba, resulting in two injuries. The military attributed the clash to a misunderstanding between its forces and Koor's security personnel in the upscale Thongpiny neighborhood. Koor has been under house arrest since his dismissal in October, which has not been officially explained, and this incident underscores the ongoing political tensions in the country following a fragile peace agreement from 2018. The gunfire lasted over an hour, with sporadic breaks, and occurred near military headquarters, prompting local residents to seek cover. The government has yet to comment on the incident or Koor's ongoing house arrest. Elections, originally scheduled for December, have been postponed to allow for the full implementation of peace measures.