Escalating Drone Strikes Devastate Sudan's Civilians and Infrastructure

• •Two-thirds of child casualties in Sudan are due to drone strikes.
• •October 2026 saw at least 15 drone strikes on power stations.
• •Over 15 million people in Sudan urgently need shelter and aid.

Sudan is experiencing unprecedented drone strikes, with UNICEF reporting that two-thirds of child casualties are caused by armed drones. In October 2026 alone, at least 15 drone strikes targeted power stations, severely impacting civilian infrastructure and humanitarian aid efforts. The ongoing conflict between the Sudanese Armed Forces and the Rapid Support Forces has exacerbated the situation, leaving over 15 million people in urgent need of shelter. Reports indicate that these drone strikes are not only affecting military targets but also civilian areas, including markets and hospitals. The humanitarian crisis is deepening, with rising food prices and the spread of disease, including cholera. UNICEF highlights the dire conditions faced by civilians, particularly children, who are suffering from both physical injuries and the loss of basic necessities like water and education.