At least 153 people have lost their lives after an attack on the Amiet market in the contested Abye region between Sudan and South Sudan.

The attack hit a fuel depot near the market, triggering a large fire that continued on Tuesday, reports CNN.

Yohanna Akol Ngor, the acting minister of information in Abye administration, blamed the Sudanese army for Monday’s attack.

He claimed to the Associated Press agency that the number of victims could increase as flames continue to spread.

A senior Sudanese military official confirmed that the army had carried out a fearful attack, claiming they were the fuel tankers coming from South Sudan and that, according to him, they were destined for the Force of Speed Support ( RSF, a paramilitary group that is at odds with the Sudanese army.

Source Layer: Dukeagini