US Sanctions Sudan Following Chemical Weapons Allegations Amid Ongoing Civil War

Wed Jul 09 2025 14:13:19 GMT+0300 (Eastern European Summer Time)
US Sanctions Sudan Following Chemical Weapons Allegations Amid Ongoing Civil War

The United States announces new sanctions against Sudan for alleged chemical weapons use as the civil war continues to devastate the country.


Amid a brutal civil war that has claimed over 150,000 lives, the US has imposed new sanctions on Sudan after reports of chemical weapons usage emerged. The situation raises international concerns about human rights violations and regional geopolitics involving the UAE.

In a significant move, the United States has declared new sanctions against the Sudanese government, citing the use of chemical weapons in the ongoing civil war against the Rapid Support Forces (RSF). According to the State Department, these measures, which take effect on June 6, will restrict US exports to Sudan and impose financial borrowing limits. The US government's spokesperson, Tammy Bruce, stated that "the United States calls on the government of Sudan to cease all chemical weapons use and uphold its obligations under the CWC," referring to the Chemical Weapons Convention.

The conflict in Sudan, which erupted two years ago between the Sudanese military and the RSF, has led to a humanitarian crisis with over 150,000 fatalities. While recent military actions have seen Sudan's army regain control of the capital Khartoum, fierce fighting persists elsewhere. Reports indicate that the Sudanese military has employed chlorine gas in their operations, a chemical weapon notorious for its harmful effects, both physical and psychological.

The Sudanese government has yet to respond to the US sanctions or the allegations regarding their chemical weapon use. Historically, the US has taken action against Sudanese leaders involved in the conflict, with prior sanctions imposed against military and paramilitary officials for alleged war crimes.

Recent allegations concerning the involvement of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in providing arms to the RSF have further complicated the situation. Despite diplomatic ties, Sudan's accusations against the UAE have led to tensions, with the UAE denying these allegations.

Critics suggest that the recent sanctions may have limited impact due to previous measures already in place. Additionally, some speculate that the US's motivations for imposing new sanctions could be to redirect attention from congressional scrutiny concerning the UAE's role in the Sudanese civil war.

While humanitarian crises continue to escalate, with approximately 25 million people requiring food assistance, the international community watches as the situation unfolds in Sudan, raising questions about accountability and effective intervention in human rights violations.

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