A cattle camp in South Sudan was attacked, resulting in 41 deaths and 65 injuries, including women and children. Local officials and the UN expressed concern over escalating violence between pastoralists and farming communities. The conflict has forced many to flee their homes amid growing fear, highlighting ongoing instability in South Sudan.

An attack on a cattle herd camp in South Sudan resulted in 41 fatalities, according to a local official’s report released on Monday. This incident occurred late last week in Nyolo village, located in the Eastern Equatoria state. Angok Gordon Kuol, the head of the Bor community, confirmed that among the deceased were women and children, with 65 individuals wounded and many still unaccounted for. Kuol characterized the occurrence as a “cold-blooded massacre targeting unarmed civilians.”

The conflict in South Sudan often arises between pastoralist communities and settled farming groups, particularly in the southern regions. Since its independence from Sudan in 2011, South Sudan has struggled with substantial political and economic turmoil. This struggle has manifested in various forms of violence, including attacks on vulnerable communities, which have escalated recently, drawing concern from international observers and organizations.

The recent attack underscores the persistent violence plaguing South Sudan, particularly between different community groups. The United Nations has expressed concerns over this violence, emphasizing its impact on civilian safety and community stability. As tensions continue to rise, efforts to deploy peacekeeping forces are critical to mitigate the cycle of retaliation and ensure the safety of affected populations.

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