Khartoum, Sudan – In a worrying security development in Sudan, Khartoum International Airport was subjected to a new attack by drones at dawn on Thursday, October 23, 2025. This attack occurred for the third consecutive day, according to eyewitnesses and military and government sources.
This escalation comes amid the ongoing conflict between the Sudanese army and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) since its outbreak in April 2023. This conflict has caused widespread destruction to vital infrastructure in the capital, Khartoum, and has also hindered efforts to restore stability and restore vital facilities.
Sequence of recent attacks
On Tuesday, October 21, the airport and the Markhiyat transfer station in Omdurman were targeted by more than six drones. This was the day before the airport was scheduled to reopen. No injuries or significant damage were reported.
On Wednesday, October 22, drones launched a new attack on the airport, delaying the resumption of domestic flights. This occurred after fires broke out and smoke billowed from the airport. Air defenses repelled the attack, with no casualties reported.
On Thursday, October 23, violent explosions and intense drone flights were heard over Khartoum. The capital’s airport was directly targeted. Military sources confirmed that air defenses repelled the attack, with no casualties reported so far. This comes amid growing security concerns.
Domestic flights were scheduled to resume at Khartoum Airport for the first time since its closure in April 2023. However, ongoing attacks forced authorities to postpone the reopening once again. This reflects the fragility of the security situation and hinders efforts to revive Sudan’s transportation sector and economy.
