El-Daein

El-Daein is a location in East Darfur, Sudan, notable for being the site of a recent deadly attack on its main University Hospital. The hospital, located in an area controlled by the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF), was struck on March 20, 2026, resulting in the deaths of over 60 people, including at least 13 children, and injuring nearly 90 more. The World Health Organization (WHO) has condemned the attack. Initial reports suggest the Sudanese army targeted the hospital, claiming it was being used as a command and medical center by the RSF. This incident highlights the intensification of the ongoing conflict between the RSF and the Sudanese army, marked by increasing drone attacks on populated areas and civilian infrastructure like hospitals and schools. The attack underscores the severe humanitarian crisis and the dangers faced by civilians in the region.