The sanctions are part of wide-ranging international efforts aimed at restoring peace in Sudan, Washington said. Many international organisations, including the United Nations and the African Union, have condemned the egregious violations committed by the warring forces. In recent months, the US has led several diplomatic efforts, in collaboration with regional and international partners, to find a peaceful resolution to the Sudan crisis. Analysts believe that sanctions may impact the RSF’s ability to acquire weapons, potentially weakening its capacity to continue fighting. The US, and allies such as the UK have been imposing sanctions on key leaders of RSF and their rivals Sudan Armed Forces since last year, including asset freezes and sanctioning of companies linked to their operations and revenue generation.

Source: Daily Nation October 09, 2024 19:22 UTC