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UK sanctions 15 commanders from rival Sudan factions over wartime rape

Reuters

LONDON, Oct ‌26 (Reuters) - Britain on Monday ​imposed ‌sanctions on 15 military ‌commanders, militia leaders and ‌security officials from both sides of Sudan's conflict, accusing ⁠them of waging ‌sexual violence, ⁠torture and attacks ​on civilians.

Those targeted include commanders from ​the Rapid ​Support ‌Forces and Sudanese ​Armed Forces, ⁠as well ‌as leaders of ​armed ​groups allied to the army, in what London said ‌was its latest effort to ‌hold ​perpetrators of abuses accountable.

(Reporting by Sam Tabahriti; Editing ‌by Kate Holton)