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Drone Strike on UN Base in Sudan Kills Six Bangladeshi Peacekeepers

UN leaders call the attack a possible war crime, urging an investigation.

Overview

  • The UN said a drone hit the UNISFA logistics base in Kadugli on December 13, killing six and injuring eight, all from Bangladesh.
  • Secretary‑General António Guterres condemned the assault and warned that targeting peacekeepers may constitute war crimes under international law.
  • Sudan’s army blamed the Rapid Support Forces for the strike, but no group has claimed responsibility and attribution remains unconfirmed.
  • Pakistan and the United Arab Emirates issued formal condemnations and pressed for accountability, with the UAE citing UN Security Council Resolution 2802.
  • Bangladesh reported ongoing medical care and evacuation for the wounded, as reports indicated a warehouse at the base was destroyed and the security situation remains volatile.