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Location CountrySudan: Conflict escalates with drone strikes in el-Obeid; refugees flee to Chad.
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Sudan is currently experiencing significant conflict, with recent reports detailing drone strikes in the central city of el-Obeid. These attacks, attributed by local rights groups to the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), have resulted in casualties, including strikes on a funeral procession. The ongoing violence is contributing to a growing global displacement crisis, with many fleeing the conflict seeking refuge in neighboring countries like Chad. These refugees are often housed in camps where aid organizations operate, though recent investigations have uncovered instances of exploitation by staff within these humanitarian efforts. The situation highlights the severe humanitarian challenges in Sudan and the broader regional impact of its internal conflicts.
Last updated: June 13, 2026
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News from Sudan


British lawyers’ body suspends ICC Prosecutor Khan over misconduct claim

At least 29 countries raise alarm about atrocities in Sudan’s el-Obeid

UK attorney general tells staff to stop using X amid disinformation concerns

Drone warfare kills over 1,000 in Sudan in 2026 as strikes multiply: UN

MSF staff abused Sudanese refugees in sex-for-food scandal
Drone strikes kill over 1,000 civilians in Sudan in the first 5 months of 2026, UN rights chief says

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El-Geneina’s struggle: Life amid Sudan war and humanitarian challenges
