2 UN Peacekeepers Killed, 7 Injured In South Sudan Ambush

Two UN peacekeepers from Ethiopia were killed and seven other people injured in an ambush on Monday in South Sudan's Jonglei State, bringing to nine the number of peacekeepers killed in the line of duty worldwide this year, the United Nations said.Among the injured were three UN peacekeepers, two police officers from South Sudan and two civilian staff members, UN spokesperson Stephane Dujarric told a press briefing.He said the attack was carried out by unidentified gunmen and the patrol appeared to have been deliberately targeted."These are part of regular patrols that the UN has been doing in trying to help the constant insecurity in the area," Dujarric said.The UN has called on relevant authorities for a thorough and prompt investigation to ensure all those responsible are brought to justice, Dujarric said.