New US Sanctions on Sudan for Using Chemical Weapons

The US Department of State announced on Friday, June 27, 2025, the imposition of economic sanctions on Sudan, following clear accusations against the Sudanese army for using chemical weapons in the ongoing conflict with the 'Rapid Support Forces'.

This decision was based on reliable and conclusive evidence confirming the Sudanese government's use of lethal chemical and biological weapons, in a blatant violation of international law and human rights.

The sanctions imposed under the Chemical and Biological Weapons Control Law include freezing US aid to Sudan except for urgent humanitarian aid, halting all forms of US defense funding and sales of services, in addition to banning the export of goods and technologies related to national security to Sudan.

The sanctions also prevent Sudan from receiving any financial assistance from US entities, including the US Export-Import Bank.

Although the sanctions exempt emergency humanitarian aid and exports by civilian aviation companies and US companies operating in Sudan, they will remain in effect for a full year or until further notice.

Last month, the US Department of State, through spokesperson Tammy Bruce, informed Congress of the investigation results proving the use of these weapons during 2024, prior to the sanctions being enacted.

On the other hand, the Sudanese government or army leadership has not issued any official comments on the sanctions so far, but Sudan strongly rejected them when they were announced last month.

The Sudanese Ministry of Information described the US accusations as 'baseless and political blackmail' lacking any evidence, affirming that US interventions lack ethical and legal foundations, harm Washington's credibility, and diminish its influence in Sudan.

Amid these developments, the crisis in Sudan continues to attract international attention, with the United Nations condemning 'indifference and impunity' in the country, amidst ongoing conflict and land disputes.