Lethal Drone Strike Hits RSF-Controlled Al-Daein in East Darfur
A drone strike on May 12, 2026, targeting the city of Al-Daein in East Darfur killed at least six people and wounded five others. The city, currently controlled by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), has become a focal point for aerial bombardments as the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) attempt to disrupt paramilitary logistics. The strike occurred amid reports of significant defections within the RSF ranks, including several senior field commanders in North and East Darfur.
Date: May 12, 2026
Location: Sudan
Conflict: Sudanese Civil War
Category: airstrike
Severity: HIGH
Casualties reported: 6
Source: Arab News