Sudanese army drone strike hits Darfur civil court, killing at least 35, rights group says
Summary
A drone strike by the Sudanese army hit a civil court building in Darfur, Sudan, killing at least 35 people, according to a human rights group. The strike targeted a civilian facility, which could violate international law, and the conflict in Sudan has caused tens of thousands of deaths since April 2023.Key Facts
- The drone attack targeted the civil court headquarters in Al-Zawiya Gara village, North Darfur.
- At least 35 people died in the strike, according to Emergency Lawyers, a rights group.
- The civil court serves an important social and judicial role in the region.
- Attacking civilian sites is considered a serious violation of international law.
- Sudan’s conflict began in April 2023 between the Rapid Support Forces and the Sudanese military.
- The conflict has caused at least 59,000 deaths, with some estimates much higher.
- Drone attacks are common and are now the main cause of civilian deaths in Sudan.
- The Sudanese army has not responded to requests for comment on the strike.
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