Sudan’s army has denied responsibility for a recent attack on a World Food Programme (WFP) convoy, raising concerns about the ongoing humanitarian crisis in the region. On August 21, 2025, a drone strike in Mellit, a town under paramilitary control, destroyed three vehicles in a convoy delivering aid to famine-hit areas.
- Sudan's army denies bombing WFP convoy.
- RSF blames army for Mellit air strike.
- Drone attack destroyed three aid lorries.
- Civil war in Sudan began April 2023.
- Humanitarian operations increasingly targeted in conflict.
- Over 12 million displaced by the war.
The situation in Sudan has escalated since the civil war erupted in April 2023, fueled by a power struggle between the army and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF). With tens of thousands dead and millions displaced, the conflict has created one of the world’s most urgent humanitarian crises.
This latest assault on humanitarian operations raises critical questions about the safety of aid workers and the respect for international humanitarian law. How can we ensure that aid reaches those who need it most? The implications of this conflict extend beyond Sudan, affecting regional stability and international humanitarian efforts.
- Humanitarian staff and assets are increasingly at risk.
- Both sides have been accused of using starvation as a weapon.
- Over 4.5 million refugees have fled to neighboring countries.
- Continued violence threatens to exacerbate the humanitarian crisis.
As the situation unfolds, it is imperative for the international community to advocate for the protection of humanitarian missions and ensure that aid reaches those in dire need.
