United State announced Thursday it will impose sanctions against actorswho perpetuate violence in Sudan as warring parties fail to abide by the cease-fire agreement.
The United States has visa restrictions on specific individuals in Sudan, including officials from the warring Sudanese Armed Forces, the Rapid Support Forces, and commanders from former Omar al-Bashir regime who we be”responsible for or complicit in and undermining Sudan’s democratic transition,” according to the State Department.
President Joe Biden on May 4 lay the foundation for Sanctions when he issued an executive order that expanded US powers to respond to violence and help put an end to the conflict.
“These measures aim to hold these people accountable responsible for Undermining peace, security and stability of Sudan, the White House national said security consultant Jake Sullivan in a permit.
