Bangladesh says six of its peacekeepers were killed and eight wounded after a drone attack struck a UN base in Sudan’s disputed Abyei region.
The latest attack underscores the growing security risks faced by peacekeepers operating in the region, as the UN continues efforts to stabilise the area and prevent further escalation between Sudan and South Sudan.
At least six Bangladeshi United Nations peacekeepers have been killed following a drone attack on a UN logistics base in Sudan, in what has been described as one of the deadliest assaults on peacekeeping forces in recent months. The attack occurred at a United Nations base in Kadugli, South Kordofan State, where the peacekeepers were serving under the UN Interim Security Force for Abyei (UNISFA). Several others were injured in the strike and have been evacuated for medical treatment. The United Nations strongly condemned the attack, with Secretary-General António Guterres describing it as horrific and stressing that attacks against peacekeepers may constitute war crimes under international law.
Sudan’s military authorities have blamed the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) for the drone strike, though the group has not claimed responsibility. Bangladesh’s government also condemned the incident, mourning the fallen soldiers and reaffirming its commitment to global peacekeeping efforts. The attack comes amid Sudan’s prolonged conflict, which has displaced millions and heightened risks for humanitarian workers and peacekeeping missions operating in the country.
