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Aug 24, 2026 at 11:09 AM ET

UN says two peacekeepers killed in South Sudan ambush

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The UN Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) said two peacekeepers were killed in an ambush in Jonglei state on Monday, August 24, 2026. The attack was carried out by “unidentified armed individuals” as a patrol was heading to the town of Pajut, and UNMISS said it could constitute war crimes.
WHO: UN Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS)
WHAT: Two UN peacekeepers were killed in an ambush by unidentified armed individuals while on patrol to Pajut.
WHEN: Aug 24, 2026
WHERE: Jonglei state, South Sudan
WHY: Part of ongoing military operations.
Sources (2): Straits Times, The Hindu

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