Eswatini soldiers accidentally shoot two U.S. government personnel

Two U.S. government personnel sustained minor injuries after being accidentally shot by soldiers in Eswatini. The incident occurred late Friday during an anti-smuggling operation conducted by the Eswatini army in a rural region in the northeast of the country.

Eswatini government spokesperson Thabile Mdluli confirmed the injuries were minor and stated that an investigation is underway. The U.S. State Department acknowledged the shootings, noting that the affected personnel are safe and that officials are working with the Eswatini government on the investigation.

Eswatini army spokesperson Sandile Gwebu described the situation as ‘a diplomatic issue’ being handled by both nations. The Eswatini government has stated that the incident is being treated with the seriousness it warrants.