Drone Strike in North Kordofan, Sudan, Kills 24 Civilians, Including Children
February 7, 202669 ViewsRead Time: 2 minutes
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A drone strike in the Dubekar area of North Kordofan, Sudan, targeted a vehicle carrying displaced persons, leading to the deaths of 24 unarmed civilians, including women and children, and leaving many others injured. This information was reported by the Sudan Doctors Network and confirmed by an official statement from the North Kordofan state government.
The vehicle was transporting individuals who had fled from the Dubekar region in South Kordofan and was en route to Al-Rahad city when it was attacked at the southern entrance of the city.
The vehicle was transporting individuals who had fled from the Dubekar region in South Kordofan and was en route to Al-Rahad city when it was attacked at the southern entrance of the city.
Casualty and Damage Report
Local officials confirmed that the assault resulted in the deaths of 24 civilians, with a significant number sustaining injuries. The incident has drawn widespread condemnation from within the state.
Accusations of Violating International Humanitarian Law
The North Kordofan state government, along with the state's security committee, condemned the attack as a "horrific terrorist crime," stressing that it represents a clear violation of international humanitarian law and the Geneva Conventions, which prohibit the targeting of civilians. They noted that this incident could be classified as a "complete war crime" and may constitute a crime against humanity under the Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court, as it forms part of a systematic pattern of attacks against civilian populations.
Warnings Against Repeated Targeting of Civilians
The state government emphasized that the ongoing targeting of civilians and civilian infrastructure, including humanitarian aid convoys, indicates a troubling trend of serious violations that necessitate international accountability.
Calls for Urgent International Action
The Sudanese authorities have urged the international community, including the Security Council and human rights organizations, to take immediate and effective action, such as imposing sanctions and pursuing accountability for those responsible for the attack, particularly among the leaders and elements of the Rapid Support Forces.
