JUBA — The United States has characterized South Sudan’s political transition as “farcical,” warning that continued support is contingent upon the release of First Vice President Riek Machar and an end to his ongoing criminal trial. In a blunt admonition issued Thursday, the U.S. Bureau of African Affairs asserted that meaningful dialogue remains implausible while […] The post U.S. denounces ‘farcical’ peace efforts while Machar is detained appeared first on Sudans Post .