Sudan Denies Use of Chemical Weapons Amid U.S. Accusations

Edited by : Widad WAHBI

The Sudanese government firmly rejected allegations on Friday that it had used chemical weapons during its 2024 conflict with paramilitary forces, calling the claims “baseless” and “a form of political blackmail.”

“These unfounded accusations are nothing but deliberate distortions and political manipulation,” the government spokesperson stated in an official communiqué, responding to an announcement from the United States that it would soon impose new sanctions on Sudan.

The U.S. accusations, revealed Thursday, stem from reports of severe human rights violations during the ongoing war between the Sudanese Armed Forces and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), a paramilitary group led by Mohamed Hamdan Dagalo.

Washington’s statement cited “credible evidence” suggesting the possible use of prohibited chemical agents in densely populated areas. However, Sudanese authorities categorically denied these claims and accused the U.S. of attempting to interfere in Sudan’s internal affairs.

The spokesperson emphasized that Sudan remains committed to international humanitarian law and has “never used, possessed, or developed chemical weapons.”

As the humanitarian crisis deepens in Sudan, the international community continues to call for accountability and a negotiated resolution to the conflict, which has displaced millions and plunged the country into further instability.