The gap between Government and SPLM/A in opposition widening as they disagreed on the composition of the interim government.
Media reported that no agreement was reached as both parties remain adamant to their demands.
The opposition’s demanded interim government without President Salva Kiir Mayardit.
Presidential Press Secretary Ateny Wek Ateny said, “There is no way Salva Kiir steps down, save that he fails to win the coming presidential elections”.
He expressed doubt over the future of the Addis Ababa negotiations, saying “there are barriers that may not lead to a positive outcome, including the rebels’ crippling demands.”
Opposition forces also protested against IGAD mediators’ decision to include Nasir, their stronghold in Upper Nile among the ceasefire monitoring and verification areas.