Multiple news sources are reporting that Sudan's paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) have launched attacks on Port Sudan, including the use of suicide drones. This marks a significant escalation in the conflict between the RSF and the Sudanese army, as Port Sudan has been a relatively stable area and a crucial hub for humanitarian aid. Details are still emerging, but reports suggest the attacks are targeting military installations and infrastructure within the city.
This news report from Agence France-Presse details a significant escalation in the Sudanese conflict: * **First Attack on Port Sudan:** The RSF has attacked Port Sudan, which is the current seat of the army-aligned government. This is the first time Port Sudan has been targeted in the two-year war. * **RSF Drone Use:** The RSF is increasing its use of drones following recent territorial losses, including much of Khartoum. * **Target Details:** The army reports that the RSF used "suicide drones" to target Osman Digna Air Base, a goods warehouse, and civilian facilities in Port Sudan. * **Casualties and Damage:** The army reports no casualties but some "limited damage." Images show smoke near the Port Sudan airport. * **Geographic Context:** Port Sudan is about 650 kilometers (400 miles) from the nearest known RSF positions near Khartoum. * **Kassala Attack:** Separately, the report mentions that the airport in Kassala, another eastern town near Eritrea, was hit by drones for the second consecutive day.
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This news report from Agence France-Presse details a significant escalation in the Sudanese conflict: * **First Attack on Port Sudan:** The RSF has attacked Port Sudan, which is the current seat of the army-aligned government. This is the first time Port Sudan has been targeted in the two-year war. * **RSF Drone Use:** The RSF is increasing its use of drones following recent territorial losses, including much of Khartoum. * **Target Details:** The army reports that the RSF used "suicide drones" to target Osman Digna Air Base, a goods warehouse, and civilian facilities in Port Sudan. * **Casualties and Damage:** The army reports no casualties but some "limited damage." Images show smoke near the Port Sudan airport. * **Geographic Context:** Port Sudan is about 650 kilometers (400 miles) from the nearest known RSF positions near Khartoum. * **Kassala Attack:** Separately, the report mentions that the airport in Kassala, another eastern town near Eritrea, was hit by drones for the second consecutive day.
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