Khartoum: A drone strike by the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) killed two civilians and wounded four in South Kordofan state, the Sudan Doctors Network said on Thursday. The attack targeted the al-Kurqal area, which links the cities of Dilling and Kadugli, using an unmanned aerial vehicle. Some of the wounded are in critical condition, according to preliminary information from medical teams on the ground.

According to Anadolu Agency, the network stated that the strike occurred in a civilian-populated area amidst deteriorating humanitarian and health conditions. The organization labeled the attack as a 'fully constituted crime,' accusing the RSF of showing 'grave disregard for civilian lives.' The RSF leadership was held responsible for the attack, which the network described as part of a broader pattern of repeated violations against civilians across multiple regions of Sudan. These actions are said to be worsening civilian suffering and undermining efforts to protect lives or ensure minimal stability.

The Sudan Doctors Network urged the international community, the UN, and human rights and humanitarian organizations to take firm action to halt the violations and increase pressure to protect civilians. As of now, there has been no immediate comment from the RSF regarding the allegations.

Authorities and human rights groups have previously accused the RSF of targeting civilian facilities. Since the conflict began in April 2023, tens of thousands have been killed and millions displaced, leading to one of the world's worst humanitarian crises and famine conditions.