The TakeSudan enters Ramadan as Civil War intensifies, famine spreads, and drone strikes hit civilian markets.Sudan’s civil war is shifting into a drone-driven phase, erasing the lines between battlefield and civilian life. As Ramadan begins under famine conditions, how do the people of Sudan mark the holy month in the midst of war?In this episode: Hiba Morgan (@hiba_morgan), Al Jazeera Correspondent Episode credits:This episode was produced by Sarí el-Khalili and Melanie Marich with Maya Hamadeh, Tuleen Barakat and our guest host, Tamara Khandaker. It was edited by Ney Alvarez. Our sound designer is Alex Roldan. Our video editors are Hisham Abu Salah and Mohannad al-Melhemm. Alexandra Locke is The Take’s executive producer. Ney Alvarez is Al Jazeera’s head of audio. Connect with us:@AJEPodcasts on Twitter, Instagram, FacebookPublished On 20 Feb 2026
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How are killer drones reshaping the conflict in Sudan
As Sudan enters Ramadan amidst an intensifying civil war and spreading famine, the conflict is increasingly characterized by drone strikes. These drone attacks are blurring the lines between military targets and civilian areas, impacting daily life.
Al JazeeraFiled 2026-02-20 · 20:48 GMTLean · CenterRead · 1 min
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As Sudan enters Ramadan amidst an intensifying civil war and spreading famine, the conflict is increasingly characterized by drone strikes. These drone attacks are blurring the lines between military targets and civilian areas, impacting daily life. The Al Jazeera podcast "The Take" reports on how the people of Sudan are observing Ramadan under these dire circumstances. The podcast episode, published on February 20, 2026, features Al Jazeera Correspondent Hiba Morgan, and explores the drone-driven phase of the Sudanese civil war and its effect on the civilian population. The report highlights the devastating impact of the conflict as it unfolds.
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Sudan enters Ramadan as Civil War intensifies, famine spreads, and drone strikes hit civilian markets.
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Sudan’s civil war is shifting into a drone-driven phase.
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Drone strikes are erasing the lines between battlefield and civilian life.
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