Humanitarian Crisis Deepens in Sudan's El Obeid Amid Escalating Violence and Mass Displacement

The humanitarian crisis in El Obeid, Sudan, is escalating, with over 11.3 million people forcibly displaced across the country as of August 2026. The city, a refuge for tens of thousands, is now under intensified drone attacks by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), leading to severe food and water shortages, and a lack of essential services. Drone strikes have repeatedly hit civilian areas and critical infrastructure, causing significant civilian casualties, particularly among children.