Sudan: UN reports nearly 700 killed this year from drone strikes

Written by David Fletcher 16 Apr 2026
Sudan: UN reports nearly 700 killed this year from drone strikes

The ongoing conflict in Sudan has intensified, with the United Nations reporting nearly 700 civilian deaths from drone strikes since January, many occurring in regions such as Darfur and Kordofan. The ongoing conflict between the army and the RSF has devastated communities, with attacks hitting homes, schools, and markets; children have been among the most affected. The war, now in its fourth year, has displaced over 11 million people and left around 19 million facing acute hunger. The Red Cross says over 11,000 have been reported missing since the conflict began, a figure which has risen sharply in the past year. Also, destroyed communication networks have left families without news of loved ones, adding to their psychological toll. Aid agencies describe Sudan as the world’s largest humanitarian crisis, with most of the population in urgent need of assistance, and relief efforts remain severely underfunded.

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