US Embassy in Juba welcomed the peace agreement signed on May 9, 2014 between the government and the South Sudan Democratic Movement or SSDM/A – Cobra Faction.
In a statement on Wednesday the embassy said the agreement was a critical step to end a terrible cycle of violence that negatively affected communities throughout Jonglei State.
It added that the United State is hopeful with the commitment of both sides to end the conflict that would bring sustainable peace in Pibor and the state at large.
The United state applauded the Government and the SSDM/A for demonstrating their commitment to peace through negotiations.
The embassy encouraged both the government and the forces of David Yau Yau to exhibit the leadership necessary to see the agreement.
It appealed to communities of Jonglei State at all levels to stand together across geographic and community lines to deliver a common message that the people of Jonglei State stand united for peace.