The South Sudan People’s Defense Forces (SSPDF) has regained control of Nasir town in Upper Nile State, which it lost following intense fighting with the White Army militia since March.
SSPDF Spokesperson Lul Ruai Koang confirmed Sunday in a statement that the recapturing of the key town of Nasir is the greatest gift for servicemen who paid the ultimate price during its defense and recapture.
In March, intense fighting broke out in the strategic town of Nasir between the South Sudan army and the White Army, a militia the government claims to be linked to the opposition Sudan People’s Liberation Movement-in-Opposition.
SSPDF’s latest announcement came days after the military claimed control of the headquarters of neighboring Ulang County following a week-long battle with the White Army.