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Two UN Peacekeepers Killed in South Sudan Ambush

Two UN peacekeepers from Ethiopia were killed in an ambush in Jonglei State, South Sudan, with additional injuries reported among the troops and local police.

24 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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According to reports from the United Nations, two peacekeepers were killed in an ambush in South Sudan's Jonglei State on Monday. The attack was carried out by armed individuals as the peacekeepers were patrolling towards the city of Pajut.

The UN Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) confirmed the incident and mentioned that the assault resulted in injuries to seven others, including three peacekeepers, two South Sudanese police officers, and two civilian staff members.

The UN spokesperson, Stephane Dujarric, provided details during a press briefing, highlighting the nature of the attack and the ongoing risks to peacekeeping missions in the region.

This incident adds to a troubling trend, as it marks the ninth peacekeeper fatality in the line of duty globally this year. The increasing violence against peacekeeping forces raises serious concerns for the stability of the region.

Jonglei State has recently experienced heightened conflicts between government forces and opposition troops, exacerbating the volatile security situation.

UNMISS noted that attacks against peacekeepers could potentially constitute war crimes, underlining the seriousness of the ongoing conflict in South Sudan.

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