Six Bangladeshi Peacekeepers Killed in Drone Attack on UN Base in Abyei, Sudan
A deadly strike on a UN facility has once again drawn attention to the growing dangers faced by peacekeepers as instability deepens in one of Africa’s most sensitive regions. Image courtesy: Screen grabs from X.com/@Sudanwarmonitor
At least six Bangladeshi peacekeepers were killed, and eight others were injured after a United Nations base in the disputed Abyei region of Sudan came under a deadly drone attack, the Bangladesh Army confirmed on Saturday (December 12, 2025), highlighting the growing risks faced by UN missions in conflict zones.
In a statement, the army said the security situation in the area remains highly unstable, with clashes continuing between UN forces and armed groups.
Authorities are carrying out rescue operations and providing medical treatment to the injured personnel. Bangladesh’s Inter-Service Public Relations (ISPR) later clarified that the attack targeted the Kadugali Logistics Base under the UN peacekeeping mission, with drones used by separatist armed groups between 3:40 pm and 3:50 pm local time.
Bangladesh is among the world’s largest contributors to United Nations peacekeeping operations, with thousands of troops deployed across Africa and other regions.
Its forces have played a long-standing role in Abyei, a flashpoint region claimed by both Sudan and South Sudan, where inter-communal violence and militia activity frequently threaten stability.
The latest attack underscores the evolving nature of threats to peacekeepers, including the increasing use of drones by non-state actors.
Dhaka has consistently highlighted the sacrifices made by its troops in support of global peace and stability, with more than 160 Bangladeshi peacekeepers having lost their lives in UN missions over the decades.
The incident is expected to renew calls for enhanced protection and stronger mandates for UN peacekeeping forces operating in volatile environments.
