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169 people killed after insurgents raid a village in a remote area of South Sudan

The raid reflects escalating conflict between President Salva Kiir and opposition forces, with about 1,000 people sheltering at a U.N. base, officials said.

  • At least 169 people, including 90 civilians, were killed when insurgents raided a village in Abiemnom county, South Sudan on Sunday.
  • The UN Mission in South Sudan said 1,000 people sought shelter at its base after the attack, which is part of escalating violence between government forces and armed groups.
  • UNMISS official Anita Kiki Gbeho urged all parties to cease hostilities and engage in dialogue, saying violence places civilians at grave risk.
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After the assault of armed insurgents on a village in South Sudan, the number of deaths has risen to almost 170 according to local authorities.

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South Sudan: Armed youths attacked the area and set fire to houses, government buildings, and market stalls, according to local authorities. Last week…

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169 people killed after insurgents raid a village in a remote area of South Sudan

An official says at least 169 people were killed after insurgents raided a village in a remote area of South Sudan.

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Official says 169 people were killed after insurgents raided a village in a remote area of South Sudan

Official says 169 people were killed after insurgents raided a village in a remote area of South Sudan.

At least 169 people have been killed after rebels attacked a village in a remote area of South Sudan, a local official said Monday.

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The Hamilton Spectator broke the news in Hamilton, Canada on Monday, March 2, 2026.
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