Stories from El Obeid · Sudan

Warplanes conducted intensive airstrikes targeting residential areas in El Obeid, reportedly hitting at least four homes. Approximately 10,000 armed militants from three different groups participated in the attacks. The group calling itself Nusrat al-Islam wal-Muslimin claimed responsibility for the strikes. The attacks were reportedly coordinated with the National Movement for the Liberation of Azawad Mali. Armed groups have gained control of the northern part of the country near the city of Jao. Armed terrorist groups attempted attacks in several northern cities on April 25. Eyewitnesses reported gunfire lasting over four hours near the home of Defense Minister Sadio Camara. Armed terrorist groups launched attacks against El Obeid in northern Sudan on April 25, 2026.

Rapid Support Forces (RSF) launched drone strikes against the city of El Obeid in Sudan. The aerial assault marks a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict within the region. The attack targets urban infrastructure as fighting continues between the RSF and Sudanese military forces. Witnesses reported heavy fighting and the sound of anti-aircraft defenses responding to drone attacks. Military air defenses reportedly shot down at least four drones during the engagement. Humanitarian conditions in the city and surrounding areas are deteriorating due to continuous waves of displacement. The report indicates the strike was directed at military assets in the northern province. No specific casualty counts or immediate consequences were provided in the broadcast. In West Kordofan, drone launch sites in the Iyal al-Bakhid area were destroyed.