Opposition Forces Retake Strategic Town of Akobo
The Sudan People's Liberation Army-in-Opposition (SPLA-IO) launched a major offensive, capturing the strategic town of Akobo and forcing 2,000 civilians to flee.
Date: April 13, 2026
Location: Jonglei State, South Sudan
Conflict: Sudanese Civil War
Category: ground battle
Severity: HIGH
Displaced: 2,000
Source: The Washington Post / UNMISS