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Sudan Drones Unleash Terror: 200+ Civilians Dead
14 Mar
Summary
- Drone attack on Adikong market killed 11 people, injuring many children.
- Over 200 civilians have died from escalating air wars since March 4.
- Drones are increasingly used as cheap, terror-spreading weapons in Sudan.
A recent drone attack on Adikong market in western Sudan resulted in 11 fatalities and numerous injuries, including children. This incident occurred shortly after a similar attack on the same area. The United Nations has reported over 200 civilian deaths from intensifying air raids across Kordofan and White Nile states since March 4.
Drones are now a primary weapon in the ongoing conflict between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF). Experts note the accelerating use of drones as a cheap and accessible weapon of mass terror. Targets frequently include civilian infrastructure like markets and hospitals, designed to spread fear and project power.
Both sides are equipped with various drones, with the SAF receiving Iranian, Turkish, and Russian support. The RSF reportedly uses supply routes through neighboring countries, with allegations of support from the UAE. The war has led to over 1,000 documented drone attacks, creating a severe humanitarian crisis with millions requiring assistance and displaced from their homes.
