Security Council LIVE: Warnings of Famine and Collapse as South Sudan’s Peace Deal Frays

New york: Nearly eight million people in South Sudan - more than half the population - face crisis-level hunger, with famine risk now flagged in four counties, as the Security Council met this morning. A cholera outbreak has killed more than 1,700 people, and some aid workers are being killed and abducted even as they try to reach those most at risk. Follow live coverage below.According to United Nations, the deteriorating situation in South Sudan presents a dire humanitarian crisis. The meeting highlighted the urgent need for international intervention to address the escalating hunger and health challenges faced by the nation. The Security Council was urged to consider immediate action to prevent further deterioration of conditions in South Sudan.The peace deal, which was seen as a beacon of hope for stabilizing the region, is now showing signs of collapse, exacerbating the humanitarian crisis. The risk of famine and the spread of diseases like cholera are compounding the issues, making it increasingly d ifficult for aid workers to provide necessary assistance to those in need.As the crisis unfolds, international agencies stress the importance of a coordinated response to ensure the safety and well-being of millions of South Sudanese at risk. The Security Council's deliberations are expected to focus on strategies to reinforce the peace deal and bolster humanitarian efforts in the region.