South Sudan leader sacks powerful Vice-President Bol Mel

South Sudan's President Salva Kiir has removed powerful Vice-President Benjamin Bol Mel, along with key officials aligned with him, amid fears of political instability in the country. Bol Mel, previously under US sanctions for alleged corruption, was seen as a potential successor to Kiir. The dismissals come amidst tensions following the collapse of a fragile power-sharing agreement with opposition leader Riek Machar, raising concerns of a return to civil war. No explanation has been provided for the removals made by Kiir.