A UN helicopter was shot at in Upper Nile State, South Sudan, on March 7, 2025, resulting in one death and two injuries among the crew. The UNMISS reported the incident during an evacuation operation, which also led to several SSPDF fatalities. The mission condemned the attack and called for dialogue and an investigation.
On March 7, 2025, a United Nations helicopter came under gunfire in Upper Nile State, South Sudan, leading to one death and two injuries among the crew. This information was confirmed in a press release by the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS). The helicopter was involved in an evacuation operation in Nasir when it was attacked.
The UNMISS elaborated that the incident caused the death of one crew member and serious injuries to two others. Additionally, several South Sudan People’s Defense Forces (SSPDF) personnel, including a general, were killed during the operation to extract them from the conflict zone, which was executed following requests from involved parties.
Nicholas Haysom, the UNMISS head, denounced the attack, labeling it as “utterly abhorrent” and potentially a war crime. The UN mission is demanding an investigation into the shooting to hold those responsible accountable. Given the rising tensions in Upper Nile, UNMISS is calling on South Sudan’s leaders to engage in urgent dialogue to de-escalate the situation.
A recent attack on a UN helicopter in South Sudan resulted in one crew member’s death and two injuries, highlighting the heightened conflict in the Upper Nile region. The incident underscores the urgent need for investigation and dialogue among South Sudanese leaders to address escalating tensions. Nicholas Haysom’s condemnation of the attack reflects international concern regarding violations of humanitarian norms.
Original Source: al24news.com
