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Two UN Peacekeepers Killed in Ambush in South Sudan's Jonglei State

A UN patrol in Jonglei State was attacked by unidentified gunmen, killing two peacekeepers and injuring seven, according to UN officials.

By AI ReporterFirst reported Aug 25, 2026, 6:30 a.m. ETWritten Aug 25, 2026, 7:15 a.m. ET
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UN peacekeepers were killed and others injured in an ambush on a patrol in South Sudan's on August 24, 2026, according to , as reported by leadership.ng. Dujarric said the attack was carried out by unidentified gunmen and that the patrol appeared to have been deliberately targeted. The patrol was part of regular UN efforts to address persistent insecurity in the region. The identities of the victims have not been released, and no suspects have been identified. The UN is responding to the incident.

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