Two UN Peacekeepers from Ethiopia Killed in South Sudan Ambush
An ambush in Jonglei State killed two Ethiopian peacekeepers serving with the United Nations Mission in South Sudan and injured seven other people.
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Two United Nations peacekeepers from Ethiopia were killed and seven other people injured in an ambush on 24 August 2026 in Jonglei State, South Sudan.
The United Nations said the incident brought to nine the number of peacekeepers killed in the line of duty worldwide so far in 2026.
The attack occurred while the peacekeepers were on patrol. Details on the perpetrators remain limited in initial reports.
South Sudan continues to experience intermittent violence in several states despite the presence of the UN mission. The latest deaths highlight the risks faced by personnel tasked with protecting civilians and supporting the peace process.
The UN has called for accountability and improved security for its personnel operating in the country.