In brief
UN Secretary‑General Antonio Guterres condemned the rising drone attacks in Sudan that have killed hundreds of civilians, including women and children, and called for an immediate ceasefire and protection of civilians. The UN reaffirmed its readiness to support a political solution that reflects Sudanese aspirations. The statement was issued by the UN’s spokesperson and reported by Xinhua.
UN Secretary‑General Antonio Guterres denounced the escalating drone attacks sweeping Sudan on Saturday, according to Xinhua. The condemnation follows reports of hundreds of civilian deaths, including women and children, and mounting international concern over violations of humanitarian law.
According to Xinhua, the attacks have struck both the main Sudanese territories and the contested Abyei region, where drones dropped fire on densely populated centers.
UN spokesperson Stephane Dujarric read the statement.
"The secretary‑general is appalled by all the attacks directed against civilians and critical infrastructure, including health facilities," the spokesperson said.
In the statement, Guterres called on all parties to spare civilians and critical infrastructure and to agree without delay to a cessation of hostilities as a first step toward ending this devastating conflict. He urged a good‑faith engagement with mediation efforts.
The United Nations reaffirmed its readiness to support any political resolution that reflects the aspirations of the Sudanese people, the statement added.
This latest appeal follows Guterres’s ongoing calls for de‑escalation and peace, underscoring the UN’s commitment to a sustainable solution in Sudan, Xinhua reported.
Earlier Xinhua reports noted that the drones have killed hundreds, including women and children, in both urban and rural settings, highlighting the severity of the conflict. The spreading hostility has drawn global attention; the UN has urged a swift ceasefire.
Xinhua confirmed that the attacks have targeted health facilities, creating a humanitarian crisis. The UN’s resolution underscores the need for all parties to respect international humanitarian law and protect civilians.
