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114 Dead in RSF Drone Attacks on Civilians

12/6/2025

Summary

Story summary

The death toll from Rapid Support Forces (RSF) drone attacks in Kalogi has risen to 114, with many children.
The RSF, in coordination with the Sudan People's Liberation Movement-North (SPLM-North), targeted a kindergarten and civilian sites.
The Sudanese foreign ministry reported that the RSF used drone-launched missiles.
Over 24 million face acute hunger and ongoing displacement.
The UN warns of new atrocities in Kordofan, recalling el-Fasher violence after RSF takeover.

History

Historical Context

The Rapid Support Forces (RSF) emerged from the Janjaweed militias used by the Sudanese government during the Darfur War, officially forming in 2013. By 2023, the RSF had escalated violence against civilians, leading to over 24 million Sudanese facing acute hunger. Their recent drone attacks in Kalogi reflect a troubling pattern of atrocities, highlighting the urgent need for international intervention to address the ongoing humanitarian crisis.

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Story summary

The death toll from Rapid Support Forces (RSF) drone attacks in Kalogi has risen to 114, with many children.
The RSF, in coordination with the Sudan People's Liberation Movement-North (SPLM-North), targeted a kindergarten and civilian sites.
The Sudanese foreign ministry reported that the RSF used drone-launched missiles.
Over 24 million face acute hunger and ongoing displacement.
The UN warns of new atrocities in Kordofan, recalling el-Fasher violence after RSF takeover.

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