Five humanitarian workers killed in convoy ambush in South Sudan's Jonglei State
The United Nations has said five humanitarian workers were killed when their convoy was ambushed in Duk County, in South Sudan's Jonglei State. Four other people were injured in the attack, and officials said several civilians were also reportedly killed or hurt. The convoy was described as clearly marked as humanitarian, and the incident has prompted calls for a prompt investigation.UN spokesperson Stephane Dujarric said on Tuesday that the convoy was operated by a local partner before it was attacked on Monday. He said the United Nations was deeply saddened by the killings and strongly condemned the assault. Dujarric added... [Continue Reading]
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