2021-02-17 15:30:57 GMT2021-02-17 23:30:57(Beijing Time) Xinhua English
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JUBA, Feb. 17 (Xinhua) The UN humanitarian agency on Wednesday condemned last week s violent attack on aid workers delivering polio vaccines to South Sudan s Lakes state.
Alain Noudehou, UN deputy special representative of the secretary-general and humanitarian coordinator, said the attack that took place on Feb. 14 at Malek in Lakes state, claimed three lives and left dozens with severe injuries.
He said the vehicle was hired by the state health authorities to transport a polio vaccination team and supplies from Rumbek Center to Rumbek North, adding that the motive behind the attack remains unclear.