Saudi Arabia condemns deadly drone strike on Sudan hospital
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Saudi Arabia has strongly condemned a drone attack on the Saudi Teaching Maternal Hospital in El-Fasher, Darfur, which left 70 people dead and 19 others injured, according to the World Health Organization (WHO).
In an official statement, the Kingdom described the strike as a “violation of international law and international humanitarian law,” highlighting the critical need to safeguard healthcare and humanitarian workers.
The Saudi Foreign Ministry reiterated its “rejection of these violations” and urged warring factions to exercise “self-restraint” and avoid “targeting civilians.”
The Kingdom also called for adherence to the Jeddah Declaration of Commitment to Protect Civilians, an agreement aimed at ensuring the safety of non-combatants during Sudan’s ongoing conflict.
The attack further brings to life the worsening humanitarian crisis in Sudan, where violence between rival factions has led to catastrophic consequences.
Tens of thousands of people have been killed and over 12 million people displaced in the conflict, creating one of the world’s most severe humanitarian emergencies.
As of now, it remains unclear which of the warring sides in Sudan launched the drone strike. Saudi Arabia, which has played a diplomatic role in Sudan’s crisis, continues to advocate for peace and adherence to international agreements to protect civilians and reduce violence.
