UN condemns drone attacks in multiple locations in Sudan
In recent days, multiple drone attacks have occurred in various locations in Sudan, resulting in numerous civilian casualties. On the 20th, UN Secretary-General spokesperson Dujarric stated that the United Nations strongly condemns the drone attacks in Sudan and urges all parties in the conflict to adhere to international humanitarian law and effectively protect civilians and civilian infrastructure.
According to a UN report, on the 18th, a market in West Kordofan, Sudan, was attacked by drones, resulting in dozens of civilian deaths. On the 19th, the disputed Abyei region between Sudan and South Sudan was attacked by drones, leading to at least dozens of civilian fatalities. On the same day, a residential area in the Sudanese capital, Khartoum, was struck by drones, causing civilian casualties, including children.
Dujarric stated that the UN Secretary-General's Special Envoy for Sudan has arrived in Geneva, Switzerland, and will co-chair the 6th Sudan Issue Consultation Group meeting with Swiss officials on the 21st, continuing to promote a political resolution to the Sudan conflict.
Drone strikes by Sudanese Armed Forces targeted civilian areas in Kordofan, Abyei, and Khartoum, resulting in numerous civilian casualties. The UN condemned these attacks and emphasized the need to protect civilians. The UN envoy for Sudan is currently in Geneva to promote political solutions to the conflict.
- Multiple drone strikes occurred in Sudan recently.
- Civilian casualties include dozens of deaths in Kordofan and Abyei.
- UN Secretary-General condemned the attacks and urged compliance with international humanitarian law.
- The UN envoy for Sudan is facilitating peace talks in Geneva.