A drone attack in central Sudan has killed at least 24 people, including eight children, after striking a vehicle carrying displaced families near Rahad in North Kordofan province. The victims had fled earlier fighting in the Dubeiker area. The attack has intensified concern over civilian safety in Sudan’s widening war, which has already caused mass displacement, hunger, and disease.
Attack Near Rahad
The strike targeted a vehicle transporting displaced civilians in North Kordofan. The area lies in central Sudan, where fighting between the Sudanese Armed Forces and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) has spread beyond major cities. The dead included two infants, underlining the scale of civilian vulnerability in the conflict.
Role of the Rapid Support Forces
The Sudan Doctors Network said the attack was carried out by the RSF, a powerful paramilitary force that has been fighting the army for control of Sudan since April 2023. The group has been accused of repeated attacks on civilians during the war. No immediate response was issued by the RSF after the incident.
Humanitarian Impact of Sudan War
Sudan’s conflict began after a power struggle between the military and the RSF escalated into open warfare in Khartoum and other regions. The war has killed tens of thousands, displaced over 14 million people, and created the world’s largest humanitarian crisis. It has also triggered famine conditions in parts of the country and worsened disease outbreaks.
Calls for Accountability and Protection
The Sudan Doctors Network urged the international community and human rights bodies to act immediately to protect civilians and hold RSF leaders accountable. The attack adds to growing concerns over violations of international humanitarian law and the continued targeting of non-combatants in Sudan’s civil war.
Last Modified: April 28, 2026