"Drone Strike Slaughter: Six UN Peacekeepers Killed in Sudan"

Drone Strike on UN Facility in Sudan Leaves Six Peacekeepers Dead A devastating drone strike on a United Nations peacekeeping base in Sudan's war-torn city of Kadugli has left six Bangladeshi peacekeepers dead and eight others wounded, according to UN Secretary-General António Guterres. The attack, which occurred on an unspecified date, has heightened tensions in Sudan, where the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) have been embroiled in a two-year conflict with the army for control of the country. The drone strike targeted the UN peacekeeping logistics base in Kadugli, killing six peacekeepers and wounding eight others, Guterres said. The UN chief condemned the attack as "unjustifiable" and warned that it could constitute a war crime under international law. "This attack is a clear violation of international humanitarian law and could be considered a war crime," Guterres stated. The conflict in Sudan has been ongoing for two years, with the RSF and the army vying for control of the country. The situation has led to widespread violence and displacement, with thousands of civilians affected. The UN has been working to provide humanitarian aid to those affected by the conflict. According to sources, the drone strike on the UN facility has further escalated tensions in Sudan. The RSF has been accused of carrying out numerous attacks on civilians and peacekeepers in the region. The UN has called for an immediate ceasefire and for all parties to respect international humanitarian law. Guterres has urged the international community to condemn the attack and to support the UN's efforts to bring peace to Sudan. "We call on all parties to respect international humanitarian law and to refrain from any further attacks on civilians and peacekeepers," Guterres said. The UN has been working to provide support to the families of the peacekeepers killed in the attack. The organization has also increased its security measures in the region to prevent further attacks. As the situation in Sudan continues to deteriorate, the international community is calling for an end to the conflict and for the protection of civilians and peacekeepers. The UN has urged all parties to engage in dialogue and to work towards a peaceful resolution to the conflict. In a statement, the UN Security Council condemned the attack and called for an immediate ceasefire. The council also called for all parties to respect international humanitarian law and to cooperate with the UN's efforts to bring peace to Sudan. The situation in Sudan remains volatile, with the RSF and the army continuing to engage in fighting. The UN has urged all parties to respect international humanitarian law and to work towards a peaceful resolution to the conflict. Sources: - The Guardian: "Drone strike on UN facility in war-torn Sudan leaves six peacekeepers dead" - The Guardian: "UN Facility Hit in Sudan, Leaving Six Peacekeepers Dead in Devastating Drone Strike"