South Sudan: Riek Machar Denounces 'Political Trial' and Rejects Charges

In South Sudan, the trial of former vice-president Riek Machar and seven other members of his party began in September 2025. This Wednesday, October 28, marked the 125th hearing, during which Riek Machar testified for the third time. ⏱️ 1 minute read. The facts and recent developments. Opposing President Salva Kiir, with whom he had signed a peace agreement in 2018, Riek Machar was placed under house arrest in March 2025. He is accused of orchestrating attacks on a South Sudanese army barracks in Nasir, in the country's northeast, resulting in over 250 deaths among soldiers. ⚡ Key points ▸ Opposing President Salva Kiir, with whom he had signed a peace agreement in 2018, Riek Machar was placed under house arrest in March 2025. ▸ He is accused of orchestrating attacks on a South Sudanese army barracks in Nasir, in the country's northeast, resulting in over 250 deaths among soldiers. ▸ In South Sudan, the trial of former vice-president Riek Machar and seven other members of his party began in September 2025. Follow the news live on Flash Radio. The news is also available live: listen to Radio Tunis Nationale, RTCI and Babnet Tunisie on Flash Radio, no subscription required. 🏛️ Radio Tunis Nationale live Nationale 🌍 RTCI live Internationale 📰 Babnet Tunisie live News. The news of the section is available on All News Flash Radio, and the reading continues with Babnet Tunisie on the Flash Radio Live Player. 💬 Flash Chat — Giving Voice to Listeners And you, what is your view on 'South Sudan: Riek Machar Denounces a 'Political Trial' and Rejects the Charges'? Join the listeners who are following this news live. Join the Live Audience Chat → Keywords: Mediterranean & Society Riek Machar Salva Kiir 🎙️ Flash Radio Tunisie Editing — News & Investigations Service