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The Day · Sunday 7 December 2025

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Sudan Accuses RSF of Killing 79 Civilians in West Kordofan Drone Strike

Sudan has accused the RSF of killing 79 civilians in a drone strike in West Kordofan. The incident adds to rising concerns over relentless violence. Authorities did not disclose further details, while the impact on affected families and local residents remains dire.

KHARTOUM, SUDAN – DECEMBER 27: Smoke rises over the frontline, where clashes between the army and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) take place in Khartoum, Sudan on December 27, 2024. ( Osman Bakır – Anadolu Agency )

Sudan has officially accused the RSF of killing 79 civilians in a drone strike that reportedly targeted West Kordofan. The alleged attack, as stated by Sudanese authorities, has left dozens dead, raising alarming concerns over the use of aerial assaults against civilian populations.

The Sudanese statement pointed directly at the RSF, attributing the deadly drone strike to their forces. West Kordofan, the site of the incident, now grapples with the consequences of this reported escalation. Local communities are believed to be reeling as the toll of lost lives is yet to fully settle in.

While no additional information was shared regarding the time or specifics of the strike, the gravity of the accusation underscores the intensifying tension and humanitarian toll within the region. Official Sudanese channels did not elaborate on the method of verification for the reported civilian deaths, nor did they release commentary on the broader strategic impact of the strike.

The accused party, RSF, has yet to issue a public response regarding Sudan’s claim. The lack of rebuttal or confirmation contributes to the mounting uncertainty surrounding the circumstances of the strike and the status of the region post-attack.

Meanwhile, families in West Kordofan await clarity and justice as mourning continues. The apparent targeting of civilians has raised questions and condemnation from local observers, although no formal international response has been reported based solely on the current information.

From its side, Sudan has emphasized the civilian nature of the casualties, describing the deaths as a result of a deliberate assault. Officials have not provided insight into possible motives or strategic objectives attributed to the RSF in launching the drone strike, leaving the incident shrouded in partial details.

In addition, West Kordofan’s infrastructure and emergency response capabilities face added strain following the reported deaths, as the region’s ability to manage mass casualty events continues to be tested.

Observers note that such developments, while tragic, are not isolated from the broader context of internal conflict, though no further context has been offered. The Sudanese claim remains central to the current narrative, placing direct blame for the 79 civilian deaths squarely on the RSF.

As reports of the incident circulate, the situation on the ground in West Kordofan remains volatile. Eyes remain on both Sudanese authorities and RSF leadership for any forthcoming statements, investigations, or responses that may clarify the facts or confirm the toll.

The implications of the strike, particularly on the displaced and bereaved communities of West Kordofan, continue to surface as survivors and support networks attempt to respond to the magnitude of the losses reported.

For now, the Sudanese accusation stands: that 79 civilians have been killed in a drone strike carried out by the RSF in West Kordofan.

7 Dec, 22:03

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