Sudanese army downs strategic drone near Ethiopian border
The Sudanese Armed Forces reported shooting down an 'enemy strategic drone' that entered Sudanese airspace from the direction of Ethiopia. The incident occurred north of Sarkam in the Blue Nile state. The military did not specify the origin or mission of the drone, but the event highlights the ongoing regional tensions and the use of advanced aerial assets in the conflict.
Date: August 27, 2026
Location: Blue Nile State, Sudan
Conflict: Sudanese Civil War
Category: airstrike
Severity: MEDIUM
Source: News.az