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Deadly Drone Strike in Sudan Escalates Regional Tensions

12/11/2025

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On December 10, 2025, a drone strike by Sudanese Armed Forces near Heglig killed dozens, including South Sudanese soldiers.
The Rapid Support Forces (RSF) said the strike targeted them after capturing the oil facility.
Seven tribal leaders were killed, with the RSF condemning the strike as a violation of international law.
South Sudan relies on Sudanese pipelines for oil exports, with the economy hit by the conflict.

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On December 10, 2025, a drone strike by Sudanese Armed Forces near Heglig killed dozens, including South Sudanese soldiers.
The Rapid Support Forces (RSF) said the strike targeted them after capturing the oil facility.
Seven tribal leaders were killed, with the RSF condemning the strike as a violation of international law.
South Sudan relies on Sudanese pipelines for oil exports, with the economy hit by the conflict.