Drone Strike in Sudan Kills 40, Lebanon Lifts US Flight Ban, and More Mideast Updates

Drone strike in Sudan kills 40, Lebanon lifts US flight ban, and other key Mideast developments. Stay informed with the latest news.

Editorial Desk

October 10, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — City, Country — A drone strike in Sudan killed at least 40 people, including children, according to a rights group. The attack occurred near the border with Ethiopia and was attributed to the Rapid Support Forces, a paramilitary group involved in the ongoing conflict.

The U.N. Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs condemned the strike, which has further intensified the humanitarian crisis in the region. The conflict in Sudan has already claimed over 150,000 lives, with aid groups suggesting the actual number is higher.

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In other developments, Lebanon welcomed the lifting of a decades-long flight ban with the United States. The decision, announced by President Joseph Aoun, marks a significant shift in U.S.-Lebanon relations. Meanwhile, Israeli forces carried out strikes in Gaza, killing several Palestinians, as tensions continue to simmer in the region.

Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)

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