UAE sentences eight people to life over arms supplies to Sudan’s army
Summary
The UAE’s Abu Dhabi Federal Court of Appeal sentenced eight people to life in prison for trafficking weapons and military equipment to Sudan’s army and laundering money through UAE companies and bank accounts, according to state media. The court ordered the seizure of items used in the crimes and the deportation of those convicted after they serve their sentences. The case comes amid Sudan’s ongoing war, which has displaced more than 14 million people and caused severe poverty and food shortages.Key Facts
- WAM reported that the court found the eight people took part in an organized scheme involving weapons, ammunition and military equipment.
- The court found that the accused used forged documents, companies and bank accounts in the UAE to move and conceal money linked to the arms deals.
- The court ordered the confiscation of ammunition and communications devices used in the crimes.
- The convicted people are to be deported from the UAE after serving their sentences.
- Sudan’s military has accused the UAE of supplying arms to the Rapid Support Forces, its rival in the civil war; the UAE has denied the allegation.
- Sudan’s war has displaced more than 14 million people and caused severe poverty and food shortages.
- A recent drone attack on a market in Nyala killed more than 100 people, mostly women and children, according to the article.
- MSF said a hospital it supports in Nyala received 36 bodies after a second attack and treated more than 150 wounded people.
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