Sudan faces escalating violence as drones carry out deadly attacks, with UN experts warning of potential large-scale atrocities amid a civil war rooted in gold and geostrategic tensions.
Sudan faces escalating violence
Since early October, Sudan has experienced a surge in deadly attacks, primarily carried out using drones. These attacks have targeted both military and civilian locations, intensifying fears of further instability in the region.UN warns of potential atrocities
On Monday, October 26, United Nations experts expressed concern about "the risk of new large-scale atrocities" in Sudan. This warning comes amid ongoing violence and a lack of effective control over the conflict by local authorities.Civil war since 2023
Sudan has been locked in a civil war since 2023, with multiple factions vying for control. The conflict has led to widespread displacement, humanitarian crises, and a breakdown of governance in several regions of the country.Gold and geostrategic tensions
The roots of the conflict are tied to competition over natural resources, particularly gold, and broader geostrategic interests. Various groups, including armed militias and regional powers, have been involved in the struggle for control over Sudan’s rich mineral deposits and strategic territory.
