Drones are making Sudan’s war even deadlier for civilians
Summary
Drone attacks have become the main cause of civilian deaths in Sudan’s war, killing over 880 people this year alone. Both the Sudanese army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) use drones supplied by foreign countries, leading to more attacks on crowded areas and civilian places like hospitals and markets.Key Facts
- Drone strikes caused more than 80% of conflict-related civilian deaths in Sudan recently.
- At least 880 civilians were killed by drones between January and April 2025.
- The Sudan war started in April 2023, causing over 59,000 deaths and displacing 13 million people.
- The RSF and Sudan’s army both use drones to fight for control and to attack enemy-held areas.
- Drone attacks have targeted hospitals, schools, dams, markets, and displacement camps.
- The number of drone-related deaths in 2025 increased by 600% compared to the previous year.
- Drones are supplied mainly by countries in the Middle East, including possible support from the United Arab Emirates and China.
- Some drones can visually identify specific targets, raising concerns about deliberate attacks on civilians.
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