Sudan drone strike kills around 150 in Abyei market
A drone strike hit a market in the Abyei border region disputed by Sudan and South Sudan and killed dozens. The drone caused a large fire when it hit a fuel depot. South Sudanese officials blamed Sudan's military.
A drone strike in the contested region of Abyei has resulted in over 150 fatalities, according to local officials. South Sudan accuses Sudan's military of the attack, without presenting evidence. The drone targeted the bustling Amiet Market on Monday midday. The UN mission in Abyei had warned in May that the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) presence in the resource-rich area posed a danger to residents and could escalate tensions between Sudan and South Sudan.
Sudan's military has been utilizing drones extensively during the ongoing civil war, which has led to increased tensions in the already volatile region.
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