The UK has imposed sanctions on 15 commanders from both sides of Sudan’s war, according to The Guardian. The newspaper reports that British authorities suspect them of involvement in sexual violence during the siege of El Fasher. The measures include travel bans and asset freezes.
The sanctions target commanders from the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF), the country’s regular army. Their announcement on 26 October 2026 was linked to the first anniversary of the fall of El Fasher. According to the newspaper, the RSF captured the city after an 18-month siege.
Among those sanctioned, The Guardian names Hussein Abu Jalak, described as an RSF colonel, and Al-Nour Ahmed Adam, known as Al-Qubba. Its report does not provide the full list of all 15 commanders.
The travel bans restrict entry to the UK, while the asset freezes apply to assets covered by British sanctions. These are measures targeting specific individuals, rather than a general ban affecting Sudanese nationals.
The allegations of sexual violence reflect the British authorities’ position as reported by The Guardian. The imposition of sanctions is not equivalent to a criminal conviction; the newspaper does not report that the named commanders have been convicted of these offences.
