Key facts
- Britain sanctioned 15 commanders, militia leaders, and security officials from both sides of Sudan's conflict.
- Accusations include wartime sexual violence, torture, and attacks on civilians.
- Targeted individuals include commanders from the Rapid Support Forces and Sudanese Armed Forces.
- Leaders of armed groups allied to the army were also sanctioned.
Britain imposed sanctions on 15 military commanders, militia leaders, and security officials from both sides of Sudan's conflict on Monday, October 26, 2026. London stated the action was an effort to hold perpetrators of abuses accountable. The targeted individuals were accused of waging sexual violence, torture, and attacks on civilians. The sanctions include commanders from the Rapid Support Forces and the Sudanese Armed Forces, as well as leaders of armed groups allied to the army.