In statement from SSPDF command would like to update own rank and files and members of the public on fast evolving security situation in Ulang and Baliet counties of Upper Nile state.
In the last two weeks, SPLA -IO and its affiliated Militias namely, White armies from Ulang, Nasir and even Nyirol county of Jonglei State had mobilized in large members with initial objective of the thwarting planned rotation of troops in Nasir. However, the latest intelligence received indicated that the intention had shifted from hindering planned rotation of servicemen in Nasir to conducting large scale offensive operation against innocent civilians in Baliet county.
In line with sustained monitoring of subversive activities of the enemy, this morning 25/02/2025. SSPDF deployed its aerial surveillance capabilities and as a resulted. Spotted two large columns of SPLA -IO forces and the white army advancing towards Gelachel and Baliet town. The latest enemy. Movement towards the aforementioned localities had forced civilians to flee their homes.
Based on human intelligence gathered and aerial surveillance conducted there are real threats of armed confrontations erupting between SSPDF and the advancing enemy forces.
In compliance with own mandate to protect ourselves, the location population and their properties, he SSPDF command, once gain. renews calls for the combined hostile forces to halt further advances retreat and disperse. Failure to adhere to aforementioned calls, SSPDF. Will be compelled to launch pre-emptive air-strikes as well as conduct hasty meeting engagements .
