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UPDATED Oct 20, 2026 at 5:09 PM ET
Oct 19, 2026 at 3:11 AM ET
Drone strike kills at least 153 at Abyei market
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A drone strike hit Amiet Market in the disputed Abyei region around midday Monday, killing at least 153 people and injuring dozens, according to local officials. The strike caused a fire at a nearby fuel depot that was still burning Tuesday. South Sudanese officials blamed Sudan's military; Abyei authorities separately accused the army of launching 22 munitions.
WHO: The drone strike's operator is not established; South Sudanese officials blamed Sudan's military.
WHAT: A drone strike hit Amiet Market in Abyei, killing at least 153 people and injuring dozens, according to local officials.
WHEN: Oct 19, 2026
WHERE: Abyei, Sudan-South Sudan border region
WHY: No reason for the strike was reported; South Sudanese officials blamed Sudan's military but provided no evidence.
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