Humanitarian and Economic Crisis in Sudan

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Sudan’s humanitarian and economic crisis continues to deepen as prolonged conflict drives mass displacement, disrupts economic activity, and cripples essential public services. Declining production, soaring inflation, and worsening food insecurity have intensified the country’s challenges, while humanitarian efforts remain constrained by ongoing fighting and limited access to affected areas, leaving millions in urgent need of assistance.

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Mass Graves of Civilians Found in Karmak After RSF Withdrawal

Authorities in Sudan's Karmak locality, Blue Nile region, discovered mass graves containing 25 civilians, including women, children, elderly, and hospital workers, executed by Rapid Support Forces (RSF). The graves were found northeast of Karmak following the army's recapture of the city on July 8, 2026, after over a month of RSF control. The site near Jabal Fankat was reportedly used by RSF for launching suicide drones during their offensive. RSF forces committed multiple violations during their occupation, including killings, looting, and forced displacement.

Source: sudantribune.net

Drone Strike Kills 37 at Local Court in North Darfur Amid Conflict

At least 37 people were killed and around 40 injured when a drone launched by the Sudanese military targeted a local court headquarters in the Gireh Zawia area of North Darfur. The attack occurred during a meeting of regional leaders, including Rapid Support Forces commanders and tribal chiefs. The Rapid Support Forces-dominated Sudanese Alliance has blamed the military for the strike, calling for an independent investigation and accountability. The incident highlights ongoing drone operations aimed at weakening Rapid Support Forces amid escalating conflict in Darfur.

Source: sudantribune.net

UN Women Warns of Rising Drone Attacks and Sexual Violence Against Women and Girls in El Obeid

UN Women has expressed grave concern over escalating drone attacks and sexual violence targeting women and girls in El Obeid, North Kordofan, as escalating conflict severely limits access to water, food, and healthcare. The agency reported that daytime drone strikes by the Rapid Support Forces force women to seek water after dark, exposing them to harassment and sexual violence, while a collapsing water infrastructure and a growing cholera outbreak compound the humanitarian crisis. Furthermore, funding cuts have severely impacted women-led organizations that provide critical support, leaving millions vulnerable amid the ongoing conflict.

Source: sudantribune

Drone Strike Kills and Injures Civilians in Sudan's Blue Nile Displacement Camp

A drone strike by the Sudanese army targeted a camp of displaced civilians in the Blue Nile region, killing and injuring dozens, mostly women and children. The displaced had fled ongoing clashes between the Sudanese army, Rapid Support Forces, and rebel groups. The attack violates international humanitarian law protecting civilians and has been condemned by human rights groups, which called for an independent investigation, accountability, and urgent humanitarian aid access amid escalating violence and displacement in the region.

Source: sudantribune.net