Drone Strikes in Port Sudan by RSF

SOURCE www.npr.org
Port Sudan, Sudan's temporary capital, comes under attack by drone strikes launched by the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF). The strikes have caused shockwaves in Sudan and deepened its rift with the United Arab Emirates. Sudan cut diplomatic ties with the UAE, accusing it of supplying advanced weapons to the RSF. The drone strikes are the first on the de-facto capital, leading to casualties and destruction of key infrastructure.

Key Points

  • Drone strikes by RSF target Port Sudan, causing casualties and destruction
  • Sudan cuts diplomatic ties with the UAE over accusations of weapon supply to RSF
  • Conflict between RSF and Sudanese Armed Forces escalates

Pros

  • Highlighting the ongoing conflict in Sudan
  • Shedding light on the involvement of the United Arab Emirates in supplying weapons

Cons

  • Loss of life and destruction of infrastructure
  • Deepening rift between Sudan and the UAE