Highlights:

· The security situation in the wider Abyei area remains highly volatile and significant population movement has been confirmed

· Determining the whereabouts of the displaced population is the key priority

· The Humanitarian Coordinator visited Abyei, Agok and Turalei and called on all parties to respect and protect the civilian population including to ensure safe passage of civilians on the move

· Newly displaced people in Agok and local residents fled southwards fearing an attack on the town

· Humanitarian partners are reinforcing their presence in key locations in Warrap State in southern Sudan to respond to the needs of the affected population