UNISFA has reinforced protection measures in south-eastern Abyei following the recent attack in Abiemnhom, in South Sudan, located about eight kilometers away from Abyei. The attack displaced hundreds of civilians, mostly women and children, who have fled into Abyei, and has heightened tensions in the area. UNISFA peacekeepers immediately deployed to protect civilians and have intensified patrols.
The mission is closely coordinating with Abyei authorities and local leaders to help defuse tensions and restore calm. These efforts are being carried out in coordination with UNMISS.
The GHANA Level 11 hospital is currently treating nine civilians who were injured in at Abiemnhom and has provided lifesaving emergency surgery for eight of them. A critical medical staff has been deployed to support the local hospital operated by Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) that is treating the majority of the injured
Meanwhile, reports indicate that an increasing number of civilians continue to flee into Abyei due to fighting. These attacks are deeply concerning and are likely to further increase humanitarian needs.
