Attack on Um Baru Village Forces Residents to Flee in North Darfur
On June 14, 2026, an armed attack on the village of Um Baru in North Darfur killed at least eight civilians. The United Nations reported that the local market was looted, and the primary healthcare unit was forced to suspend its critical services. Fearing further violence, residents immediately fled to nearby areas for safety. Following IDMC methodology for an attack on a village, it is estimated that around 3,000 people were newly displaced by this specific incident.
Date: June 14, 2026
Location: Sudan
Conflict: Sudanese Civil War
Category: ground battle
Severity: HIGH
Casualties reported: 8
Displaced: 3,000
Source: UNOCHA