Deadly Drone Attack Targets Hospital in Sudan: Conflicting News
A deadly drone attack struck a hospital in the Sudanese capital of Khartoum on March 24, killing at least 14 people and wounding dozens more. The attack, which was carried out by an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) or "drone," has been blamed on rival forces in a divided Sudan.
The hospital, which is located in the heart of the capital, was targeted at around 8:30 am local time. Witnesses described the attack as indiscriminate, with the drone bombarding the hospital’s compound with what was described as high-explosive missiles.
The attack has been widely condemned by the international community, with the UN, the African Union, and several countries expressing their shock and outrage at the deadly strike. The Sudanese government has also strongly condemned the attack, blaming rival forces in the conflict-torn country.
The Sudanese rival forces, who are themselves embroiled in a deadly conflict, have denied any involvement in the attack. The Ethiopian government, which shares a border with Sudan, has also denied any involvement, saying that it has maintained good relations with the Sudanese government and would not engage in such an attack.
The attack has sparked widespread panic in the city, with hospitals and medical facilities struggling to cope with the influx of wounded patients. Aid agencies and organizations are calling for calm and stability, urging all parties to the conflict to prioritize the safety of civilians and refrain from using violence.
The conflict in Sudan, which has been ongoing since December 2018, has resulted in the deaths of thousands of people, with many more injured and displaced. The situation remains volatile, with rival forces vying for power and control in the country.
As the international community grapples with the fallout from the deadly drone attack, questions are being raised about the efficacy and integrity of the UN and African Union peacekeeping missions in the country. Critics are calling for greater action to be taken to bring an end to the conflict and protect civilians caught in the crossfire.
The attack on the hospital in Khartoum is a stark reminder of the devastating impact of the ongoing conflict in Sudan, which shows no signs of abating. As the world watches with bated breath, all parties to the conflict must be held accountable for their actions, and the international community must come together to bring peace and stability to this fragile nation.
Update:
In a revised statement, the Sudanese government has insisted that the attack was carried out by the Arab Alliance, an alliance of anti-government groups. The alliance has denied the accusation, and an investigation is underway to determine the true perpetrators of the attack.
Source:
- BBC News: Deadly drone attack on hospital in Sudan’s capital
- Al Jazeera: Sudanese government blames rival forces for hospital attack
- The Guardian: Deadly drone attack on hospital in Sudan’s capital
- Reuters: Sudan rejects Ethiopia’s denial of involvement in drone attack
This article is based on conflicting news reports and is subject to change as more information becomes available.
