El Obeid, Sudan—Continuous drone strikes by rebel forces have killed an unknown number of civilians in El Obeid since July 1, 2026. The attacks target infrastructure and residential areas as forces tighten their grip on the North Kordofan capital.

The strikes hit fuel stations, tankers, and sites housing displaced families. Residents remain trapped inside the city as the siege cuts off access to basic supplies. The price of water has doubled in the last several weeks due to the blockades.

United Nations officials reported that drone strikes damaged power stations on Wednesday. This has left major parts of the city without electricity or functional water pumps. The loss of power disrupts access to lifesaving medical care.

Approximately 600,000 people live in El Obeid. Many are refugees who fled violence in other regions of the country. Aid groups on the ground report that vital supplies will run out within weeks.

Field coordinators state that drone operators frequently target trucks attempting to bring food and medicine into the city. The main road connecting El Obeid to the outside world has become a primary target. No supply convoy has reached the city center in recent days.

The Rapid Support Forces have almost fully encircled the city. Observers fear the situation mirrors the destruction seen in El Fasher last year. The humanitarian situation continues to deteriorate by the hour.

International aid organizations are calling for diplomatic intervention to protect the civilian population. They request safe corridors to deliver food and medicine to those trapped. None of the warring parties have agreed to a ceasefire as of Wednesday evening.

Human rights groups remain concerned about the risk of summary executions and abductions. The military buildup around the city suggests a potential ground assault is imminent. The streets of the city remain empty as civilians stay hidden from the aerial strikes.