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        <text><![CDATA[ <p>Supports the people of South Sudan and the region.</p> <p> Condemns attacks on civilians and civilian humanitarian assistance workers. </p> <p>Urges the President to work with the international community to provide technical support to the African Union Commission of Inquiry into human rights abuses, and to consider creation of a tribunal to ensure those responsible for civilian attacks and grave human rights abuses are held accountable.</p> <p>Emphasizes the need for the government of South Sudan and the Sudan People's Liberation Movement in Opposition to implement the January 23, 2014, cessation of hostilities agreement. </p> <p>Encourages the government of South Sudan to implement the June 10, 2014, transitional government agreement. </p> <p>Supports the Intergovernmental Authority on Development's mediation efforts.</p>]]></text>
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