Sudan Drone Attack Claims 24 Lives, Including Eight Children and Two Infants
A devastating drone strike in Sudan has resulted in the deaths of twenty-four people, with eight children and two infants among the victims, according to reports from a prominent medical organisation. The Sudan Doctors Network has confirmed that the attack, which occurred on Saturday, was executed by the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) against a vehicle transporting displaced families.
Details of the Tragic Incident
The assault took place near the city of Rahad, situated within North Kordofan province, an area currently grappling with a critical shortage of medical supplies. The targeted vehicle was carrying families who had fled ongoing hostilities in the Dubeiker region, seeking safety from the relentless conflict. In addition to the fatalities, several individuals sustained injuries, further straining the already overwhelmed local healthcare infrastructure.
Escalating Humanitarian Catastrophe
This tragic event follows closely on the heels of another attack on a World Food Program aid convoy just one day prior, which resulted in one death and multiple injuries. The doctors' group has issued a urgent plea to the international community and human rights organisations, demanding immediate intervention to safeguard civilians and hold the RSF leadership directly accountable for these egregious violations.
The Rapid Support Forces have not provided any immediate response to the allegations. The paramilitary group has been engaged in a brutal war against the Sudanese military for approximately three years, vying for control of the nation. This power struggle initially erupted into open combat in the capital city of Khartoum back in 2023.
Broader Impact of the Conflict
According to United Nations estimates, the protracted conflict has led to at least 40,000 fatalities and forced more than 14 million people to abandon their homes. The ongoing crisis has exacerbated disease outbreaks and pushed certain regions of Sudan towards famine conditions, creating one of the world's most severe humanitarian emergencies. The international community continues to monitor the situation with growing concern as civilian casualties mount and essential supplies dwindle.
