Two Sudanese nationals killed in Israeli strikes on Beirut

April 5, 2026 (KHARTOUM) – Sudan’s Secretariat for Sudanese Working Abroad announced on Sunday that two Sudanese nationals were killed and several others injured following recent Israeli airstrikes targeting areas in the Lebanese capital, Beirut.

Israel has been striking Lebanese territory amid escalating regional tensions linked to the conflict with Iran. The deteriorating security situation in Beirut and surrounding areas has increased the risks for civilians and foreign communities.

The Secretary-General of the Secretariat, Abdul Rahman Sayed Ahmed, told Sudan Tribune that the shelling resulted in the deaths of two community members, noting that assessments are ongoing to determine the final number of casualties.

Sayed Ahmed stated that while some of the injured have been discharged from hospitals, others remain under medical care. He emphasized that the Secretariat is coordinating closely with the Sudanese embassy in Beirut to monitor developments.

Despite the strikes, the official noted that the Secretariat has not yet received any formal requests for voluntary repatriation or evacuation, though they continue to track the status of the community.

The number of Sudanese nationals in Lebanon was estimated at 6,000 to 8,000 before the outbreak of war in Sudan in 2023. Most work in the service sector, domestic labour, or are enrolled as students.

Since the conflict began in Sudan in April 2023, unofficial estimates suggest an additional 2,000 to 4,000 Sudanese have arrived in Lebanon, bringing the total community to approximately 10,000 to 12,000 people.

Sudanese in Lebanon face significant challenges, including a severe economic crisis that has slashed wages and job opportunities. Many also deal with precarious legal status and a lack of humanitarian support.

The recent security escalations have further complicated these conditions, leaving the community increasingly vulnerable with limited options for resettlement or return.