Drone strikes escalate on Sudanese city el-Obeid as RSF encircles

At least 27 drone strikes hit the city in June, the highest monthly total since the war began, with fuel stations and civilian areas targeted.

• 27 drone strikes hit el-Obeid in June 2026, the highest monthly total since the conflict began, according to violence monitor Acled.
• UN human rights chief Volker Turk said at least 45 people were killed and 41 injured in 15 drone strikes between 6 and 28 June, and that the city has been under siege-like conditions for 18 months.
• The RSF said it would "work diligently" to protect residents and operate in full compliance with international law.
• A hospital doctor in el-Obeid said they were struggling to cope with casualties, including a seven-month-old baby whose hand was amputated but died.