Conflict · Abyei · Sudan · October 22, 2026

Drone strike on Abyei fuel depot kills at least 153

Reported by 1 outlet · under-reported · first reported Oct 21, 4:48 AM ET

At least 153 people were killed in a drone strike on a fuel depot in the disputed Abyei region on the Sudan-South Sudan border. The strike hit a market area, according to earlier reports.

Why it matters

The attack is among the deadliest single strikes in the region and affects a border area claimed by both countries.

Background

Abyei is an oil-rich area claimed by both Sudan and South Sudan since the south's independence in 2011. Sudan has been at war between its army and the Rapid Support Forces since 2023.

The story so far

1. Oct 16Drone strike on cattle market kills 30 in Nyala, Sudan
2. Oct 19Drone strike near Sudan market kills 80 in West Kordofan
3. Oct 20Drone strike on Abyei market among attacks killing hundreds in Sudan
4. Oct 22Drone strike on Abyei fuel depot kills at least 153
5. Oct 28Drone strike on Nyala market in Sudan kills over 100

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Sources

• Sky News ↗Oct 21, 4:48 AM ET

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