JAKARTA - The head of the United Nations (UN) Human Rights (UN) Volker Turk on Wednesday voiced concern over reports of more than 50 civilians killed in drone attacks by warring parties in Sudan over the past two days this week.
"This latest killing is another reminder of the devastating consequences for civilians of the increased use of drone warfare in Sudan," Turk said, warning of a pattern of repeated attacks on civilian objects, including markets, health facilities and schools, Anadolu (19/2) reported.
According to the UN human rights office, at least 57 civilians, including 15 children, were reported killed between February 15 and 16 in four Sudanese states.
On February 15, a drone believed to belong to the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) attacked the Al Safiya market in North Kordofan, which reportedly killed 28 civilians and injured 13 others.
The following day, a SAF drone allegedly hit an internally displaced persons camp in West Kordofan, killing 26 civilians, including 15 children.
Rapid Support Forces (RSF) drones also reportedly attacked two primary schools in South Kordofan and Al-Mazmoun Hospital in Sennar State, according to the office.
"The continued attacks by all parties on civilian objects must be stopped," Turk urged, urging both sides to engage in dialogue towards a ceasefire and calling on countries to stop the transfer of weapons that fuel the conflict.
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