The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) was deeply saddened to confirm the tragic deaths of three staff members in an aerial bombardment in Sudan on Thursday.
The attack, which struck a WFP field office, has sent shockwaves through the humanitarian community.
The WFP released a statement expressing outrage over the incident and emphasized that they are currently gathering further information.
This devastating loss underscores the extreme dangers faced by humanitarian workers operating in conflict zones.
The conflict in Sudan, which erupted in April 2023, has created a humanitarian crisis of immense proportions.
The WFP has previously warned of a looming famine, with millions of people facing severe food insecurity.
This incident serves as a stark reminder of the critical need for the protection of humanitarian workers and the urgent need for a cessation of hostilities in Sudan to prevent further loss of life.