RSF drone strikes hit el-Obeid, breaking post-siege calm in North Kordofan

RSF drone strikes on el-Obeid on 12 August shattered the relative normalcy that followed the lifting of the siege, indicating the paramilitary group retains the capability and intent to strike the North Kordofan capital despite territorial losses. The attack underscores the fragility of security gains and the continued threat to civilians in urban centers. The extent of casualties and damage remains unconfirmed.