United Nations Secretary-General called for restraint and protection of civilians regardless of their communities in South Sudan.
Ban Ki-moon called on SPLA leaders to impose discipline and exercise maximum restraint not the use of force.
In a telephone call, Ki-moon urged President Salva Kiir to ensure that all security forces operate in full compliance with international humanitarian law.
He stressed that discipline, command and control in the security forces were more important than ever.
The UN chief called on the entire government to extend an offer of dialogue to its opponents and to resolve their differences peacefully.
He added that the UN was ready to assist the Government in managing this difficult situation.