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Statement by Minister Flanagan Regarding Consular Matters in South Sudan

Responding to developments in South Sudan, Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade, Charlie Flanagan stated:

"I am very concerned at the deteriorating security situation in Juba, South Sudan. My Department is monitoring the situation closely and our Embassy team in Addis Ababa is liaising with Irish citizens in the area who are registered with the Department. We are working closely with partner countries. My Department helpline can be contacted at 00353 (0)1 4082000.

"Our travel advice is being continuously updated to reflect the evolving situation and can be viewed on https://www.dfa.ie/travel/travel-advice/ and through the Travelwise app."

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