Indian Peacekeepers

Indian UN peacekeepers praised for bringing sense of hope and peace in South Sudan's troubled Akobo town

Indian peacekeepers serving with the UN Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) are being lauded for helping to restore peace and security in a town in the East African country, ravaged by fighting that has forced civilians to flee and has devastated the economy.

South Sudan: Two Indian peacekeepers injured in UN base attack

The UN Chief strongly condemned the attack, saying the attack on a location where civilians are being protected by the United Nations is a "serious escalation."

UN resolution addresses Indian concerns in S Sudan violence

India's strong concerns over the security and mandate of its peacekeepers in South Sudan found support from several UN Security Council members who unanimously passed a resolution that directly addresses the situation faced by Indian soldiers.