Sudan: Drone Strikes Kill Over 100 in Recent Days
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At least 110 people have been killed in Sudan in recent days as drone strikes intensify in the ongoing conflict between the Sudanese Armed Forces and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces. The strikes have become the leading cause of civilian deaths in the conflict, which has been ongoing for three and a half years.
The Sudanese Armed Forces and the Rapid Support Forces have been engaged in a power struggle since April 2023, with both sides accusing each other of targeting civilian areas. The conflict has resulted in a significant number of civilian casualties, with drones being used extensively in the fighting.
The United Nations has expressed concern over the escalating violence and the impact on civilians. The UN has called for an immediate ceasefire and for both sides to respect international humanitarian law.
The conflict has also led to a humanitarian crisis, with many civilians displaced and in need of assistance. The UN estimates that around 25 million people are in need of humanitarian aid, with many facing food insecurity and limited access to healthcare.
The international community has been calling for a peaceful resolution to the conflict, with various countries and organizations offering their support for a ceasefire and negotiations.
Context/Background: The conflict in Sudan has been ongoing for over three years, with both sides accusing each other of targeting civilian areas. The use of drones in the conflict has resulted in a significant number of civilian casualties, with drones being used extensively in the fighting. The conflict has also led to a humanitarian crisis, with many civilians displaced and in need of assistance. The international community has been calling for a peaceful resolution to the conflict, with various countries and organizations offering their support for a ceasefire and negotiations.
