25 Jul 2020 | 03:45 PM UTC
Sudan: Unknown gunmen attack village in South Darfur state July 23
Unknown gunmen kill at least 20 during attack on village in South Darfur state on July 23; further violence possible in the near term
Event
Unknown gunmen reportedly killed at least 20 civilians during an attack in South Darfur state on Thursday, July 23. The armed group attack reportedly attacked the village of Gereida, located around 107 km (66 miles) south of the provincial capital Nyala. Sudanese authorities have reportedly deployed additional security forces to investigate the attack.
Further violence is possible in South Sudan state in the coming days and weeks.
Advice
Individuals present in Sudan, particularly in South Darfur state, are advised to monitor local developments, maintain a high degree of situational awareness, and remain vigilant for potential militant activity.
