South Sudan & Iran

South Sudan: South Sudan is a recipient of aid from the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, and shipments to South Sudan are experiencing delays due to fuel price increases in Kenya.

Iran: Iran is at war with the United States and Israel, leading to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, a blockade on its ports, and significant disruption to global oil and commodity flows. There is hope for renewed talks to settle the conflict.

South Sudan: South Sudan is a recipient of aid affected by increased fuel prices and truck shortages in Kenya.

Iran: The Iran war is causing disruptions in global supply chains, particularly affecting the Strait of Hormuz and Bab el-Mandeb Strait, leading to increased fuel and fertilizer costs for Sudan.

South Sudan: South Sudan is a non-OPEC country in the OPEC alliance.

Iran: The ongoing war involving Iran and its threats to the Strait of Hormuz have created an energy crisis that has constrained oil shipments, influencing the United Arab Emirates' decision to leave OPEC and highlighting regional instability.

South Sudan: South Sudan was added to the full travel ban list by the United States.

South Sudan: South Sudan was added to the list of countries whose citizens are fully banned from entering the United States, having already faced significant travel restrictions.

South Sudan: South Sudan is one of 36 countries that could face a full or partial travel ban if it does not address U.S. concerns within 60 days.