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Over 40 Civilians Killed in Airstrike on Sudan’s al-Mujlad Hospital

The hospital strike has prompted sharp international condemnation; the incident highlights mounting risks to civilian lives and medical services

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The World Health Organization logo is pictured at the entrance of the WHO building, in Geneva, Switzerland, December 20, 2021. REUTERS/Denis Balibouse/File Photo
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Overview

  • The World Health Organization reported more than 40 civilians were killed in the West Kordofan attack, including six children and five health workers, with dozens injured.
  • The Rapid Support Forces accused the Sudanese military of carrying out an airstrike, while Emergency Lawyers said a military drone was used.
  • Sudanese Armed Forces spokesperson Nabil Abdallah denied any targeting of medical facilities and labeled the allegations as false propaganda.
  • Sudan’s conflict has resulted in tens of thousands of deaths, displaced over 12 million people and left more than 20 million in need of food assistance, with famine declared in some areas.
  • UNICEF and UN officials have condemned the hospital attack and urged all parties to uphold international humanitarian law to prevent further war crimes and atrocities.