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A drone attack on a Saudi hospital in the Darfur region of Sudan has resulted in the deaths of 70 individuals. According to American media reports, the Saudi-run hospital was targeted, and authorities have confirmed the fatalities.
Local officials have accused rebel forces of being behind the attack, while Saudi Arabia has strongly condemned the assault. The Saudi Ministry of Foreign Affairs has stated that the attack on the hospital in western Sudan violates international law.
The security situation in Sudan has deteriorated dramatically, largely due to the civil war that erupted in April 2023. This conflict has led to nearly 15,000 deaths and displaced over 8.2 million people, creating a severe humanitarian crisis.
The violence has left large areas lawless, with armed groups and militias operating freely, escalating the risks of kidnapping, terrorism, and other forms of violence against civilians. The collapse of governance and public order has made many communities vulnerable and fearful, further compounded by widespread food insecurity and limited access to healthcare.
With ceasefire talks failing, the ongoing violence continues to disrupt aid operations, leaving millions of people in urgent need of assistance. The combination of armed conflict, economic instability, and worsening humanitarian conditions has turned Sudan into an increasingly perilous place for its citizens.