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Sudan: UN food agency expresses grave concern over security in Port Sudan

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Storyline: The United Nations World Food Program (WFP) on Wednesday expressed its grave concern over recent drone attacks on Port Sudan, stressing that the city's security is vital for delivering life-saving aid across Sudan. The Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) on Wednesday repelled a drone attack targeting the country's largest naval base in Port Sudan, which marked the fourth consecutive day of attacks on the strategic Red Sea city, a Sudanese military source said. According to the source, air defense missiles were launched to intercept the drones. Stephanie Tremblay, an associate spokesperson for UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, said the Red Sea port is a key entry point for aid and humanitarian personnel in Sudan, and the attacks had thwarted the movement of both. Since Sunday, Port Sudan has come under repeated attacks. That day, the SAF accused the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) of using drones to strike the Osman Digna air base and other facilities in the city. On Monday, a drone attack by the RSF on an oil storage facility near the Port Sudan New International Airport sparked a fire. Attacks continued on Tuesday, hitting multiple locations, including the airport, and port facilities and hotels in urban areas. The RSF has yet to respond to the allegations. Port Sudan has became Sudan's de facto administrative center after key government institutions were relocated there in May 2023. The city also hosts UN agencies and shelters hundreds of thousands of displaced people. Its airport remains a vital gateway for international travel. Recently, the RSF has escalated drone attacks on military and critical infrastructure in SAF-controlled areas. Meanwhile, the SAF has made significant gains. In March 2025, the government forces recaptured central Khartoum, including the presidential palace, Khartoum International Airport, and other strategic sites. Sudan has been embroiled in a devastating conflict between the SAF and the RSF since mid-April 2023, which has claimed tens of thousands of lives, with the exact toll unknown. The International Organization for Migration estimates over 15 million people have been displaced in the conflict, both within Sudan and abroad. Shotlist: Port Sudan - May 7, 2025: 1. Drones intercepted by missiles in sky 2. Various of smoke of gunpowder Port Sudan - May 4-6, 2025: 3. Various of thick smoke from port facilities, buildings hit by drones. [Restrictions : No access Chinese mainland]

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