Sudanese Army Intercepts Drone Attacks Amid Fragile Truce with RSF
The Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) intercepted multiple drone attacks targeting key cities on Tuesday, just days after the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) agreed to a ceasefire. The strikes, which hit Omdurman and Khartoum, threaten to derail peace efforts in Sudan’s brutal nine-month conflict.
Ceasefire Under Fire: Who’s Violating the Truce?
Last week’s Saudi and U.S.-brokered truce aimed to halt fighting and allow humanitarian aid. However, the SAF claims the drone attacks expose RSF’s disregard for the agreement.
“The enemy continues to violate the truce with cowardly attacks,” said SAF spokesperson Brigadier General Nabil Abdallah.
The RSF denies responsibility, calling the allegations “baseless provocations.”
Sudan’s War Enters Dangerous New Phase with Drone Warfare
Both sides are increasingly using drones for reconnaissance and strikes, shifting from traditional ground battles.
“Drones escalate risks for civilians in urban areas,” warns Dr. Hala Mohammed, a conflict analyst at SIRAJ.
Witnesses reported explosions near an Omdurman military base, with SAF jets scrambling to intercept drones. Local hospitals confirmed at least three civilian injuries.
Humanitarian Crisis Worsens as Fighting Resumes
The conflict has already displaced over 7 million people, with famine looming in Darfur and Khartoum. Aid workers fear renewed violence will block critical supplies.
“Without a real ceasefire, starvation and disease will kill more than bullets,” said Red Crescent worker Farid Abdelrahman.
Will International Pressure Save Sudan’s Truce?
The U.S. and Saudi Arabia urged restraint, while Egypt and the UAE face scrutiny for allegedly arming opposing sides. The African Union may hold an emergency session over ceasefire violations.
What’s Next for Sudan?
With trust collapsing, experts warn of prolonged bloodshed without stronger global intervention.
“Sudan needs real diplomacy—or another year of war,” says Dr. Mohammed.
For now, civilians remain trapped in the crossfire.
