Event Brief
UPDATED May 12, 2026 at 5:03 PM ET
May 11, 2026 at 6:05 AM ET
UN rights chief: drones caused most civilian deaths
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The UN human rights chief said drones caused over 80% of civilian deaths in Sudan’s war in early 2026.
WHO: UN human rights chief
WHAT: The UN reported drones were responsible for more than 80% of civilian deaths in Sudan during the first four months of 2026.
WHEN: May 12, 2026 at 12:27 AM ET
WHERE: Sudan
WHY: Escalating drone warfare could push the conflict into an even deadlier phase.
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