EU sanctions six entities responsible for Sudan’s civil war

Brussels – The EU Council adopted restrictive measures against six entities “responsible for supporting activities that undermine the stability and political transition of Sudan” today (January 22). Since April 15, 2023, there has been a civil war between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in the easternmost country of the Sahel.

The decision to impose the measures follows the October 9 establishment of a European sanctions regime dedicated to the Sudanese crisis. The new list includes two companies involved in producing weapons and vehicles for the regular army, the Defence Industries System and SMT Engineering, and the Zadna International Company for Investment Limited, controlled by SAF. In parallel, the restrictive measures will also touch three companies involved procuring military equipment for the RSF, the Al Junaid Multi Activity Co Ltd, the Tradive General Trading, and GSK Advance Company Ltd.

Listed companies are subject to the freezing of assets on EU territory. EU countries will also be banned from providing funds or economic resources, directly or indirectly, to them or for their benefit. The EU “remains deeply concerned about the humanitarian situation in Sudan and reaffirms its strong support and solidarity with the Sudanese people,” according to a statement issued by the EU Council.