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UK sanctions Sudanese military leaders implicated in El Fasher ‘campaign of rape’

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Briefings

The UK sanctioned senior Sudanese military leaders on October 26, 2026, targeting them for suspected sexual violence during the siege of El Fasher. This action occurred one year after the fall of the city, coinciding with the largest civilian slaughter in over 30 years. The sanctions include travel bans and asset freezes for commanders implicated in the campaign of rape. The UK stated it targeted leaders from both sides of the ongoing conflict.

Key points

• The UK sanctioned senior Sudanese military leaders on October 26, 2026, for suspected sexual violence during the siege of El Fasher.
• The sanctions include travel bans and asset freezes for commanders implicated in the campaign of rape.

Context

The UK government sanctioned military leaders from both sides of the Sudan conflict on the first anniversary of the fall of El Fasher. This follows a year-long investigation into sexual violence during the siege, which resulted in tens of thousands of civilian deaths over several days.

Limitations

Evidence covers only the UK government's specific sanctions on military leaders. It does not detail the full scope of the campaign of rape, the exact number of civilian casualties, or the specific identities of the sanctioned commanders beyond the general description.

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