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Sudan army drone strike kills 35 at court session, rights group says

Created at 3 Aug · 10:46 AM1 source↑ Market-relevant
IN SHORT

The Sudanese army conducted a drone strike on a traditional court session in the Darfur region, killing 35 people and injuring dozens more, according to the Emergency Lawyers Group. The attack occurred in Ghara al-Zawiya village, controlled by the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF).

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Key Numbers

35people killed in drone strike
twodrones used in attack
fourmissiles launched in attack

Who's Involved

Sudanese army
Perpetrator of the drone strike
Emergency Lawyers Group
Local rights organisation monitoring violence
Rapid Support Forces (RSF)
Paramilitary group controlling the village and suffering casualties

↳ Why This Matters

The drone strike highlights the ongoing brutal conflict in Sudan, particularly in the Darfur region, and raises serious concerns about the targeting of civilians and adherence to international humanitarian law by warring factions.

Key facts

  • Thirty-five people were killed in a drone strike by the Sudanese army on a traditional court session.
  • The attack occurred in Ghara al-Zawiya village in the Darfur region.
  • Dozens more were injured in the Sunday afternoon attack.
  • The Emergency Lawyers Group reported the incident and called for an investigation.
  • Four tribal leaders and two RSF commanders were among those killed.

A drone strike by the Sudanese army on a traditional court session in the Darfur region killed 35 people and injured dozens more, according to the Emergency Lawyers Group. The attack took place on Sunday afternoon in Ghara al-Zawiya village, which is controlled by the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF).

The Emergency Lawyers Group, an organization that monitors violence against civilians, stated that the army carried out the strike. The army has not yet commented on the incident.

A witness told AFP news agency that the court session was being held under a tree with local community leaders. The witness also reported that four tribal leaders and two RSF commanders were among those killed. Local media outlet Darfur 24 quoted a resident who said two drones flew over the town before launching more than four missiles.

The Emergency Lawyers Group condemned the attack, calling it a "grave violation of international humanitarian law" and urged for an investigation. They noted the increasing use of drones to target civilian areas and gatherings, which heightens risks for the population. The RSF has also faced accusations of war crimes, including drone attacks on civilians, over the past three years.

Frequently asked questions

The Sudanese army is reported to have carried out the drone strike.

The attack occurred in Ghara al-Zawiya village in the Darfur region of Sudan.

The target was a traditional court session attended by local community leaders, including tribal leaders and RSF commanders.

Sudan is experiencing a three-year civil war between the Sudanese army and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), which has devastated the country and displaced millions.

What Happens Next

01The Emergency Lawyers Group has called for an investigation into the drone strike.

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How It Developed

A Sudanese army drone strike hit a traditional court session in Ghara al-Zawiya village.
The attack killed 35 people and injured dozens more.
Four tribal leaders and two RSF commanders were among the casualties.
The Emergency Lawyers Group called for an investigation and condemned the targeting of civilians.

Sources

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Sudan army drone strike on court session kills 35, rights group saysBBC News

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