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WFP South Sudan on X: "The United Nations World Food Programme strongly condemns a severe security incident and the forced offloading of humanitarian food assistance during a recent river convoy operation in Ayod County, Jonglei state

The United Nations World Food Programme strongly condemns a severe security incident and the forced offloading of humanitarian food assistance during a recent river convoy operation in Ayod County, Jonglei state

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WFP Condemns Security Incident in Jonglei State Affecting Humanitarian Aid On 29 September 2026, armed youth in Chuilbong, Jonglei state, South Sudan, assaulted humanitarian staff at gunpoint, forcing the offloading of 162.54 metric tons of food assistance intended for 19,590 people in Mogok. The incident occurred during a river convoy operation, despite prior negotiations for safe passage. Local authorities failed to ensure security, prompting the World Food Programme (WFP) to instruct the convoy team to offload the food under duress. The remaining food assistance for Ayod South was secured and returned to Malakal on 2 October without further incident. WFP has called on all parties to respect international humanitarian law and protect aid workers. The situation highlights the ongoing challenges faced by humanitarian operations in conflict zones. 3 sources 31

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