US says Sudan used chemical weapons in war as it issues new sanctions
Summary
The United States has announced new sanctions against Sudan due to the alleged use of chemical weapons in its ongoing civil conflict against the Rapid Support Forces (RSF). These sanctions include restrictions on US exports and financial borrowing for Sudan, starting on June 6. The conflict in Sudan has resulted in over 150,000 deaths and has displaced millions.Key Facts
- The US claims Sudan used chemical weapons last year during its civil war with the RSF.
- New sanctions will limit US exports to Sudan and impose financial borrowing restrictions.
- More than 150,000 people have died since the conflict began two years ago.
- The Sudanese army recently recaptured the capital, Khartoum, but fighting continues in other areas.
- The US referred to a report that Sudan used chlorine gas, which can cause severe health issues and can be fatal.
- Nearly all countries, including Sudan, have signed the Chemical Weapons Convention, which bans the use of chemical weapons.
- Previous US sanctions targeted leaders of both the Sudanese military and the RSF.
- The conflict has displaced about 12 million people, with 25 million in need of food assistance.
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