Drone strike on market in disputed Abyei region kills at least 153 people
A drone strike on the Amiet market in the Abyei region, disputed between Sudan and South Sudan, has killed at least 153 people. The strike hit a fuel depot and set off a large fire.
At least 153 people have died after a drone strike on the Amiet market in the Abyei region. The area in Africa lies on the border between Sudan and South Sudan, and the two countries dispute it.
According to the available report, the drone hit a fuel storage facility at the market. The fuel fed a large fire, which is described as the reason for the high death toll.
What is known about the location
Abyei is a disputed border territory claimed by both Sudan and South Sudan. The attack on a market, a place where civilians usually gather, therefore affects the border zone between the two states.
The report does not say who carried out the attack and gives no figures for the injured. The death toll is stated as "at least", so it may change if further information emerges.
