Drone strikes in Sudan kill 160 as civilian toll mounts

At least 160 people have been killed in a surge of drone strikes across Sudan, according to monitoring by international human rights groups tracking the conflict. The attacks have intensified in recent weeks, with unmanned aircraft targeting populated areas and essential facilities, humanitarian organizations said.

The expanding use of drone technology in the conflict has drawn renewed scrutiny from rights advocates concerned about the indiscriminate nature of such strikes. Multiple organizations have documented incidents in which civilian areas, including residential neighborhoods and public buildings, have been hit in the attacks.

Infrastructure damage has compounded the humanitarian crisis in Sudan, with reports indicating that power facilities, water systems, and medical installations have been affected by the airstrikes. This has further constrained civilian access to basic services in regions already facing severe shortages.

The escalation comes as the conflict in Sudan continues to displace hundreds of thousands of people and create widespread food insecurity. International bodies have called for increased accountability regarding the conduct of parties involved in the fighting and adherence to international humanitarian law.