UN human rights chief Volker Türk condemned rising drone strikes across Sudan. At least 306 people were killed in the first three weeks of October, and hundreds more injured. A BBC investigation found paramilitary fighters systematically destroyed el-Fasher's healthcare system.
Why it matters: Civilians in one of the world's largest humanitarian crises face growing danger and loss of medical care.
UN human rights chief Volker Türk said drone strikes across Sudan killed at least 306 people in the first three weeks of October. A BBC investigation found evidence that the paramilitary RSF systematically destroyed el-Fasher's health system, which Türk said may amount to war crimes. The Sudanese army said it recaptured two areas in Blue Nile state, including the Bukuri base.
Why it matters: Escalating drone warfare and attacks on hospitals deepen one of the world's largest humanitarian crises.
A drone strike on a market and fuel depot in Abyei, the region disputed by Sudan and South Sudan, killed around 150 people according to several reports, with other counts ranging from 53 to 220. BBC sources said army drones hit a market alleged to supply the RSF and a truck carrying mourners, killing more than 300 in total. South Sudanese officials blamed Sudan's army.
Why it matters: The strike is among the deadliest single attacks of Sudan's war and risks drawing South Sudan further into the conflict.