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WFP Condemns Security Incident in Jonglei State Affecting Humanitarian Aid

WFP Condemns Security Incident in Jonglei State Affecting Humanitarian Aid

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ThreatCluster •October 6, 2026 at 20:08 UTC
  • •Armed youth in Jonglei state forced the offloading of humanitarian aid at gunpoint.
  • •162.54 metric tons of food assistance was intended for nearly 20,000 vulnerable people.
  • •WFP has called for respect for international humanitarian law amid ongoing violence.

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.

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2026-09-29
Security incident during humanitarian convoy
Armed youth assaulted WFP staff in Chuilbong, forcing the offloading of food aid meant for Mogok.
Southsudan.Un
2026-10-02
Food assistance returned safely
The remaining food assistance for Ayod South was secured and returned to Malakal without further incident.
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What was the impact of the incident?
162.54 metric tons of food assistance were offloaded, affecting 19,590 vulnerable people.
What actions did WFP take following the incident?
WFP condemned the incident and called for respect for international humanitarian law to protect aid workers.
What is the current status of the food assistance?
The remaining food assistance for Ayod South was safely returned to Malakal on 2 October.