28/01/2026
āWinning Hearts After Victory: SSPDF Shows Compassion as Civilians Receive Food Aid and Rejoice in Liberated Pathaiā
More Updates on the Re-liberation of Pathai
On 27 January 2026 at around 6:00 PM, the Pathai Military Outpost was re-liberated by SSPDF forces from SPLA-IO fighters following a brief but decisive engagement, which ended with the rebelsā defeat and retreat in disarray.
After mopping-up operations, battlefield searches, consolidation of gains, and the establishment of round-the-clock defensive positions, several significant findings were made. These included the recovery of the bodies of six fallen and abandoned rebel fighters, as well as large caches of ammunition, including rounds for 14.5mm and 12.7mm weapons, PKM light machine guns, and mortar shells.
During the operation, more than 20 women, girls, and children who had been abandoned by fleeing rebel fighters amid the chaos of battle were found. In full compliance with the SSPDF Rules of Engagement (ROE), the civilians were placed under protective custody overnight.
This afternoon, the civilians were formally handed over to Mr. Khor Den Chop, the Paramount Chief of the newly re-secured Payam of Pathai.
To ensure their immediate welfare, the SSPDF Mobile Directorate of Logistics distributed assorted food assistance, including maize flour, cooking oil, and other essential food items. The support was received with visible joy and relief, as the civilians expressed happiness and gratitude.
After receiving the food aid, the elated civilians peacefully departed to reunite with their families in villages surrounding Pathai town centre.
Pictorials from the operation are attached, with video clips to follow shortly.
Once again, SSPDF forces are congratulated for the successful re-capture of Pathai and for demonstrating professionalism, discipline, high morale, strong civil-military relations, and compassion through humanitarian assistance to civilians affected by conflict.
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