Sudan war: Drone attacks damage key aid routes
The warning comes after overnight explosions reportedly struck the crucial Ardamata bridge in West Darfur state, as fighting continues between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and former allies the Rapid Support Forces (RSF). The two sides have been battling for control of the country since April 2023. The bridge links the city of El Geneina to areas near the border with neighbouring Chad. It is a vital route for commercial traffic and humanitarian supplies entering the Darfur region. Rainy season concerns The situation was further underscored in South Kordofan state, where two key bridges along the road between the cities of Kadugli and Dilling were reportedly destroyed over the weekend. This has disrupted the movement of civilians and aid operations as the rainy season begins, UN Deputy Spokesperson Farhan Haq told reporters in New York. “Humanitarian partners warn there will be no viable alternative routes once seasonal rains intensify,” he said. Insecurity and attacks Meanwhile, humanitarian movements along the Geneina–Zalingei road linking West and Central Darfur have resumed after a brief suspension on Monday due to insecurity and rising intercommunal tensions. However, access remains fragile.
