Sudan

Escalating Conflict in Sudan: Drone Strike Kills Seven in Dilling In the conflict-ridden region of South Kordofan, Sudan, a recent drone strike on a military-operated hospital in Dilling resulted in the deaths of seven civilians and injuries to at least 12 others. The strike underscores the intensifying clashes between Sudan's army and paramilitary forces. Civilians, including patients, were caught in the attack. Health worker provided information under anonymity. The attack highlights the ongoing battle for…

Escalating Conflict in Sudan’s Kordofan Region The conflict in Sudan's Kordofan region has intensified with recent drone strikes causing significant civilian impacts. The clashes are primarily between the Sudanese army and paramilitary forces. A drone strike on an army-run hospital in Dilling killed seven civilians and wounded at least 12. The area is controlled by the army but besieged by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and allies. The region faces a humanitarian crisis, with famine conditions reported in Kadugli…

UN Initiatives for Peace Talks in Sudan The United Nations is poised to initiate peace negotiations in Geneva to address Sudan's ongoing conflict. Secretary-General António Guterres announced this diplomatic stride, signaling hope for resolution amid the turmoil. UN aims to restart communication between warring factions. Talks follow a prolonged stalemate with severe civilian impact. The timeline for discussions remains unconfirmed. Escalating Conflict and Humanitarian Crisis Since April 2023, Sudan has been…

Tragic Drone Strike in Sudan’s South Kordofan A devastating drone attack in Kalogi, South Kordofan, Sudan, has claimed the lives of dozens of civilians, including many children. The attack has heightened concerns about ongoing violence in the region. Dozens of civilians killed, with a significant number being children. Attack blamed on the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and allied factions. International outrage and calls for accountability are mounting. Details of the Attack On Thursday, a paramilitary drone…

A paramilitary drone attack on the army-held town of Kalogi in Sudan's South Kordofan state struck a kindergarten and a hospital on Thursday, killing dozens of civilians, a local official and aid agencies said. Essam al-Din al-Sayed, head of the Kalogi administrative unit, told AFP via a Starlink connection that three strikes hit the town "— first a kindergarten, then a hospital and a third time as people tried to rescue the children." He blamed the assault on the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and their ally, the Sudan…

NAIROBI — At least 79 people, including 43 children, were killed when a drone strike hit a school, a hospital and nearby homes in the city of Kalogi in Sudan’s South Kordofan state, local authorities said, as fighting between the Rapid Support Forces and the Sudanese Armed Forces intensifies. The South Kordofan government said a drone fired four missiles into the city, striking a densely populated area in addition to the education and health facilities. Officials described the attack as a “heinous crime” and blamed the Rapid…

Intensifying Conflict in Sudan's North Kordofan Fighting has escalated in Sudan's North Kordofan region, with key incidents marking ongoing hostilities between the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and the Sudanese army. The conflict reached a new height as a paramilitary drone reportedly targeted military headquarters in el-Obeid. El-Obeid, a strategic location with an airport and key supply routes, witnessed a paramilitary drone attack. The RSF has been battling the army since April 2023, capturing significant…

War Crimes Committed in Sudan's Zamzam Camp, Amnesty Reports An international rights group has alleged that Sudanese paramilitary forces committed war crimes during a brutal raid earlier this year on Darfur's largest displacement camp. The report highlights severe humanitarian violations as the conflict in Sudan deepens. Amnesty International accused the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) of targeting civilians in the Zamzam camp. The attack was part of a broader assault on the city of el-Fasher in North Darfur.…

Humanitarian Crisis on the Chad-Sudan Border The dire situation for Sudanese refugees on the Chad-Sudan border highlights a severe lack of international aid. Displaced families rely heavily on donations from fellow refugees, facing extreme challenges as they flee violence. Refugees rely on each other for basic necessities due to minimal external aid. International aid is insufficient amidst increasing displacement from conflict areas. NGOs are present but under-resourced, exacerbating the crisis. Struggles and…

Sudanese Military Repels RSF Offensive in Babnousa The ongoing conflict in Sudan saw another clash as military forces repelled an attack by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) on Babnousa. This adds to the escalating violence in the region. The army's 22nd Infantry Division countered the RSF's assault effectively. RSF had been moving towards Babnousa, which has been under siege since January 2024. No official comments from either the Sudanese army or RSF regarding the recent events. Details of the Offensive…