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Drone strike in Abyei region kills at least 153 people

A drone strike on a market in the disputed Abyei region has resulted in significant casualties, with authorities attributing the attack to Sudan's military.

21 October 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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A drone strike on Amiet Market in the Abyei region, a contested territory between Sudan and South Sudan, has reportedly killed at least 153 people. The incident occurred when a drone hit a fuel depot, igniting a large fire that contributed to the death toll, according to local officials.

Yohanna Akol Ngor, the caretaker information minister for the Abyei administration, attributed the attack to Sudan's military. He indicated that the situation was evolving, with the death toll expected to rise further as the fire continued to burn.

The attack on the market near Abyei town took place on Monday, amid ongoing conflict between the Sudanese Armed Forces and other factions. This incident has been described as one of the bloodiest weeks in the current war.

The Sudanese army has not confirmed the details of the strike, but a senior military officer acknowledged that operations were ongoing in the area. Eyewitness reports indicated the presence of significant casualties following the strike.

In the aftermath of the drone strike, Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) reported that they were treating at least 20 individuals who sustained injuries from the attack. This has raised concerns about the humanitarian situation in the region.

The strike has highlighted the increasing spillover of Sudan's civil war into the disputed Abyei territory, intensifying tensions along the border and prompting reactions from various humanitarian organizations and local authorities.

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