A drone assault destroyed three United Nations (UN) meals convoy vehicles in North Darfur on 20 August 2025.
The assault occurred whereas the 16-truck convoy was being offloaded, and the destroyed vehicles caught hearth after the strike.
All drivers and workers survived, in line with UN spokesperson Daniela Gross. This was the second convoy assault in three months, following a lethal ambush in June.
The strike worsened starvation circumstances, as assist was important for famine-hit populations.
HUMANITARIAN COORDINATOR CONFIRMS DAMAGE
UN official Luca Renda confirmed vehicles have been unloading at Al Melit when drones struck. At the very least three vehicles have been burnt fully, destroying very important meals shares.
The World Meals Programme (WFP) warned that the assault deepens famine in Darfur.
Combatants rapidly traded blame: the Speedy Assist Forces (RSF) accused Sudan’s military, which denied duty. The strike highlights rising dangers for assist operations.
DARFUR HUNGER CRISIS ESCALATES
Darfur stays underneath siege, significantly round El Fasher, the place Speedy Assist Forces limit motion.
Famine was already declared within the Zamzam camp and now threatens 17 Sudanese areas. Repeated assaults stop humanitarian deliveries, trapping civilians in worsening starvation.
Support businesses warn of a collapse in meals safety. Aid staff urge stronger protections to make sure important provides attain households.
GLOBAL CALL FOR AID CORRIDORS
The USA, Saudi Arabia and Egypt known as for humanitarian pauses after the strike. The United Nations Workplace for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (UN OCHA) warned that with out safety ensures, assist can not attain tens of millions in want.
Governments urged warring sides to allow secure assist corridors instantly. Worldwide strain is rising as famine deepens in Sudan.
Appeals proceed for pressing motion to forestall catastrophic hunger.
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