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Thirty-three people have tragically lost their lives following recent drone strikes on bustling markets in Sudan’s Kordofan region. These devastating attacks underscore the severe human cost of the ongoing conflict plaguing the country.
(For geographical context, a scene from El Obeid, North Kordofan, Sudan, dated January 20, 2026, depicts camels passing by a tree.)
Investigative journalist based in Sheffield, focusing on technology's impact on society. Rupert specializes in cybercrime's effect on communities, from online fraud targeting elderly residents to cryptocurrency scams. His reporting examines social media manipulation, digital surveillance, and how criminal networks operate in cyberspace. With expertise in computer systems, he connects technical complexity with real-world consequences for ordinary people