A drone strike reportedly linked to Sudan's Rapid Support Forces struck the town of Wad al-Mahi in the Blue Nile region, killing roughly 30 people near a displacement camp, including women and children, according to Al Jazeera.
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Key facts
- A drone strike killed around 30 people in Sudan's Blue Nile region, according to Al Jazeera.
- The strike targeted the town of Wad al-Mahi.
- The drone was reportedly linked to the Rapid Support Forces (RSF).
- The casualties occurred near a displacement camp and reportedly included women and children.
A drone strike killed about 30 people in Sudan’s Blue Nile region, according to Al Jazeera. The attack targeted the town of Wad al-Mahi, striking an area near a displacement camp.
The drone was reportedly linked to the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), Al Jazeera reported. The casualties reportedly included women and children.
Al Jazeera reported that dozens were killed in the single strike. Further details on the circumstances of the attack, independent confirmation of the casualty figure, and any response from the RSF were not available in the reporting.
As of this report, the figures and attribution come from Al Jazeera’s coverage of the incident in the Blue Nile region.
Why it matters
The reported strike adds to the civilian toll of Sudan's ongoing conflict, with casualties occurring near a displacement camp housing people already uprooted by fighting.
Frequently asked questions
Where did the drone strike take place?
The strike targeted the town of Wad al-Mahi in Sudan's Blue Nile region, near a displacement camp, according to Al Jazeera.
How many people were killed?
Around 30 people were killed, including women and children, according to Al Jazeera.
Who was the drone linked to?
The drone was reportedly linked to the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), according to Al Jazeera.
Timeline
- Drone strike by Sudan paramilitary kills 41 near Ethiopian border, rights group says
BBC World: Eight children are said to be among those killed by the strike, which hit a gathering of displaced people.
- Drone strike kills 30 people in Sudan’s Blue Nile region
Al Jazeera: Drone reportedly linked to RSF targets Wad al-Mahi, killing dozens near displacement camp, including women and children.