Summary
The United States has placed sanctions on a network mainly made up of Colombian individuals believed to be recruiting fighters for Sudan's civil war. This network has helped the Sudanese paramilitary group RSF by providing military expertise and mercenaries. The RSF has been involved in significant violence, including targeting civilians, which has intensified the conflict in Sudan.
Key Facts
- The US sanctioned a network recruiting former Colombian soldiers for Sudan's civil war.
- The network supports Sudan's paramilitary group, the Rapid Support Forces (RSF).
- Hundreds of Colombian mercenaries have been in Sudan since 2024 to aid the RSF.
- The Colombian government has warned about deceitful recruitment tactics involving ex-soldiers.
- The RSF has been accused of severe human rights abuses, including targeting civilians.
- Affected entities and individuals include a dual Colombian-Italian national in the UAE.
- All related assets in the US are blocked, and those involved must report them.
- The conflict in Sudan has resulted in thousands of deaths and severe humanitarian issues.
