A deadly drone attack struck the Teaching Hospital in Al Deain, East Darfur, killing at least 70 people, including seven women, 13 children, one doctor, and two nurses. The attack also left 146 injured, encompassing patients and family members. This incident highlights a sharp increase in drone strikes targeting civilians in Sudan since the armed conflict erupted between the Sudanese Armed Forces and the Rapid Support Forces in April 2023. Health facilities in Sudan have been increasingly targeted, with the United Nations reporting over 2,000 fatalities linked to attacks on medical centers since the conflict began. These strikes exacerbate the... [Continue Reading]
In a devastating incident, a drone strike on the El-Daein Teaching Hospital in East Darfur, Sudan, has left 64 individuals dead and 89 others injured, as reported by the World Health Organization. Among the deceased, 13 children have been identified, emphasizing the tragic impact on vulnerable populations. This attack, acknowledged to have taken place on March 21, 2023, marks another grim chapter in the ongoing conflict between Sudan's army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF). The United Nations’ humanitarian office expressed its deep horror regarding the incident, labelling the attack on the healthcare facility as particularly appalling. They underscored... [Continue Reading]