Drone Strike in Sudan's Al-Dibab Kills 80 Commuters

A tragic drone strike on Sunday evening in Al-Dibab, West Kordofan, Sudan, resulted in the deaths of 80 individuals who were waiting for transport. Local accounts and medical sources confirmed the death toll, with Ahmed Abakar Wadi reporting that he helped bury 50 bodies, including that of his brother, Mohamed.

The United Nations has indicated that drone strikes are a leading cause of civilian deaths in Sudan, with ongoing conflicts between the Sudanese Armed Forces, led by General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces. The use of drones has escalated since the conflict began in April 2023.

Following the strike, 47 injured survivors were transported to Al-Mujlad, where 30 succumbed to their injuries, raising the total fatalities to 80. This incident is part of a broader pattern of drone strikes targeting civilian areas, with previous attacks reported in regions such as El Obeid and Blue Nile.