Khartoum: The UN has reported that drone attacks have become the leading cause of civilian deaths in Sudan, accounting for 80% of casualties during the first four months of 2026. The country has been embroiled in a full-scale war since April 2023, involving clashes between the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and the Sudanese military. This ongoing conflict has resulted in a staggering death toll, with at least 59,000 people killed, as documented by the Armed Conflict Location and Event Data, a conflict monitoring group.
According to France24.com, aid organizations have expressed concerns that the reported figures might be significantly underestimated. They suggest that the actual number of casualties could be many times higher than what is currently reported. The situation in Sudan remains dire, with the impact of drone warfare contributing heavily to the civilian toll in the ongoing conflict.