Sudan drone strike kills 28
Analysis based on 17 articles · First reported May 19, 2026 · Last updated May 19, 2026
The drone strike in Sudan exacerbates the ongoing humanitarian crisis and political instability, which can deter foreign investment and disrupt trade in the region. The increased use of advanced drones, potentially supplied by foreign actors, raises concerns about a wider proxy war, impacting regional security and commodity markets.
A drone strike on a crowded market in Ghubaysh, West Kordofan, Sudan, killed 28 people and injured 23. The attack occurred in an area controlled by the Rapid Support Forces>>>, who are in conflict with the Sudanese Armed Forces>>>. While witnesses and the Emergency Lawyers>>> group blamed the Sudanese Armed Forces>>>, the military denied targeting civilians, stating their drone struck Rapid Support Forces>>> vehicles. This incident highlights the escalating drone warfare in Sudan, which has led to a significant increase in civilian casualties. The United Nations>>> and its human rights chief, Volker Türk>>>, have expressed concern over the humanitarian crisis and called for measures to prevent the transfer of drones to Sudan.
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