Sudanese army intercepts swarm of drones targeting Khartoum state, Atbara city

Sudanese Army Intercepts Drone Swarm Targeting Key Cities

The Sudanese army reported that its air defenses intercepted multiple drones targeting Omdurman, west of Khartoum, and the northern city of Atbara early Friday morning. Residents in Omdurman relayed to Anadolu Ajansı that heavy anti-aircraft fire was heard after several drones attacked the city's northern districts before dawn.

Similar incidents occurred in Atbara, where witnesses described a drone swarm striking at around 3 a.m. local time, followed by intense artillery fire from army positions. The details regarding casualties or damage remain unclear at this time.

Background on Conflict and Ceasefire Attempts

The Sudanese paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) reportedly carried out these drone strikes early Friday, according to the Sudan News outlet. This attack occurred shortly after the RSF announced on Thursday its acceptance of a humanitarian ceasefire proposed by the Quad countries—the United States, the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, and Egypt.

However, the RSF has not released specific terms or mechanisms for enforcing the truce. Neither the Quad countries nor the Sudanese army have issued immediate statements regarding the ceasefire or recent strikes.

Accusations and Lack of Response

Sudanese authorities have repeatedly accused the RSF of drone attacks targeting civilian areas in Khartoum and other cities. The RSF has not publicly addressed these allegations.

"Residents in Omdurman told Anadolu that they heard heavy anti-aircraft fire after several drones attacked the city's northern districts before dawn."
"Witnesses said a drone swarm struck around 3 am local time, followed by heavy artillery fire from army positions."
"The RSF did not disclose details about the ceasefire terms or implementation mechanism, while neither the Quad nor the army immediately commented."

Author's summary: Despite the RSF's proclaimed acceptance of a ceasefire, drone attacks continue on Sudanese cities, highlighting ongoing tensions and uncertainty over truce enforcement.

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