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Good morning. Here's what's happening across the region today.
In today's Daily:
- 🇸🇩 Drone strike on Amiet market in Abyei killed at least 153, displacing over 8,000 people.
- 🇸🇸 President Kiir removed longtime minister Martin Lomoro, appointing Bol Wek Agoth as cabinet affairs minister.
- 🇪🇹 Tigray rebels say they have killed more than 1,500 Ethiopian soldiers; the prime minister warns Eritrea against involvement.
Drone strike hits Abyei market, 153 dead
A Sudanese Armed Forces drone hit Amiet market in the Abyei Special Administrative Area. Local officials say at least 153 people died and many are missing.
Why it matters: Families are grieving, thousands are displaced, and cross‑border tensions could affect trade and travel.
Yes, but: Both the Sudanese army and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) say they do not acknowledge civilian casualties.
What to watch: The United Nations Interim Security Force for Abyei (UNISFA) says it will monitor further attacks.
Airstrikes kill civilians in West Kordofan
The Sudan Founding Alliance says 21 civilians died in West Kordofan airstrikes; the army has not confirmed the claim. Dabanga Radio, AP News, Toronto Star →
UN hosts sixth Sudan talks in Geneva
UN and Switzerland co‑hosted a meeting with delegations from 21 countries; the UN envoy said confidence‑building measures are underway. Anadolu Agency, Anadolu Ajansı →
Drone war threatens South Sudan election
Horn Review warns Sudanese drone activity in Abyei could disrupt South Sudan's upcoming presidential vote. horn review →
UK pledges aid for El Niño
Britain announced £2.35 million to protect food production and livelihoods from El Niño impacts. Sudans Post +1 →
Coalition registration deadline set
Political Parties Council gave parties until Oct 22 to register pre‑election coalitions ahead of Dec 2026 vote. Radio Tamazuj +1 →
Tigray rebels claim heavy losses
The Tigray People’s Liberation Front says its forces have killed over 1,500 Ethiopian soldiers; the claim is unverified. Anadolu Agency, Garowe Online, Anadolu Ajansı →
EU rules threaten coffee earnings
CoffeeTalk estimates Ethiopia could lose $453 million in coffee exports under the EU Deforestation Regulation. CoffeeTalk Magazine →
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