As the civil war continues in South Sudan, it is important to examine growing challenges faced by the UN mission (UNMISS) and how best to addressing them. The Stimson Center’s report “Will They Protect Us for the Next 10 Years?” Challenges Faced by the UN Peacekeeping Mission in South Sudan does this remarkably well. It examines historical grievances, the numerous threats posed by various actors, and the challenges caused by growing number of people taking refuge inside UNMISS bases. It also provides recommendations on how UNMISS can best prioritize its scarce resources.
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