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The Day · Monday 8 December 2025

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

Sudan has accused the RSF of carrying out a drone strike in West Kordofan that resulted in the death of 79 civilians. The incident reflects the ongoing tensions and escalations within the region. No further details have been confirmed beyond the reported casualties and location of the attack. Authorities have not released additional statements at this time.

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 formally accused the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) of conducting a drone strike that has killed 79 civilians in West Kordofan. The accusation marks a grave development in the continuing escalation of violence in the region, adding to an already dire humanitarian situation driven by clashes and instability across parts of Sudan.

According to Sudanese authorities, the attack took place in West Kordofan, a region that has witnessed recurrent episodes of conflict. The drone strike reportedly claimed the lives of 79 civilians. From its side, the Sudanese government has pointed directly to the RSF, holding the group responsible for what it describes as a deliberate act targeting civilians.

Meanwhile, details remain limited due to the constraints on access and the highly volatile nature of the area. Communications with the region have been disrupted, and independent verification of the event remains a challenge. However, the death toll as cited by Sudanese officials stands at 79, with no additional information made available regarding potential injuries or material damage on the ground.

The accusation further intensifies the atmosphere of mistrust and bloodshed, as civilians continue to bear the brunt of power struggles and militarized confrontations. West Kordofan has often been caught in the crossfire of various armed actors, with livelihoods and security stripped away from its population time and again.

Sudan’s statement did not include any further details about the circumstances leading up to the strike or the specific location within West Kordofan where the fatalities occurred. The RSF has not publicly responded to the accusation at the time of reporting. Observers have noted the tragic nature of the toll, highlighting the dangers of drone warfare in contested and civilian-dense areas.

In addition, the report of a drone strike targeting and killing dozens of civilians underscores the harsh reality residents in conflict zones continue to face. The absence of accountability mechanisms and the constant use of military tools in civilian areas contribute to an ever-deepening cycle of violence.

The charge leveled by Sudan against the RSF resonates beyond the immediate confines of West Kordofan, as it echoes a broader concern over the militarization of civilian territory and the unchecked operation of armed groups. Communities across Sudan continue to call for protection and denounce the targeting of unarmed populations.

As of now, no international or regional body has issued a response to the reported incident. It remains uncertain whether further investigations or condemnations will follow. The heavy loss of life in West Kordofan has reignited fears of continued and expanded violence in Sudan’s fragile and contested regions.

While the Sudanese government’s accusation firmly places blame on the RSF, the lack of independent verification and limited media access to the area leaves significant gaps in understanding the full scope of the event. Nonetheless, the high civilian death toll serves as a grim reminder of the ongoing vulnerability of communities caught amidst unrelenting military confrontations.

Calls for restraint, accountability, and protection of civilian lives grow louder in light of such tragedies. The human cost reflects the urgency of ending hostilities and securing lasting peace across conflict zones such as West Kordofan, where civilians continue to endure the worst of unfolding violence.

8 Dec, 01:03

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