A drone strike in Sudan’s North Darfur has killed 12 civilians, including six children. The attack shows how the country’s war is becoming more deadly for civilians.
A drone strike hit Kutum town in North Darfur on Wednesday. The town is under the control of paramilitary forces.
Local sources said the strike hit a residential area. Medical workers confirmed that 12 bodies were taken to a hospital.
Children Among Victims
Six children died in the attack. Three of them were female secondary school students.
The deaths have raised fresh concerns about the safety of children in conflict zones.
Injured Survivors
The strike injured at least 16 people. Women and children were among the victims.
Doctors are treating the injured in difficult conditions. A medical source confirmed the figures but asked to remain anonymous.
Army Blamed for Strike
The El-Fasher Resistance Committee said the strike hit Al-Salama neighbourhood. The area is close to Al-Um Girls’ School.
The group blamed Sudan’s army for the attack. Officials have not responded to the claim.
Rise in Drone Attacks
Drone attacks have increased in Sudan. Both the army and the Rapid Support Forces are using them.
The conflict started in April 2023. Since then, fighting has spread across many regions.
Growing Humanitarian Crisis
The United Nations says drone strikes killed over 500 civilians between January and mid-March.
The war has caused tens of thousands of deaths, over 11 million people displaced, severe hunger across the country
The UN calls it the world’s largest displacement and hunger crisis.
The conflict is nearing its third year, aid groups warn that more civilians remain at risk, the latest attack in Darfur adds to growing global concern.
