The United States announced on Apr. 17 new sanctions targeting five individuals and entities linked to the ongoing civil war in Sudan, marking three years since fighting erupted between the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF).
The announcement comes as the conflict has led to what officials describe as the world’s worst humanitarian crisis, with over 150,000 deaths, more than 14 million people displaced, and famine conditions persisting in areas affected by violence since April 2023.
According to U.S. officials, these measures are part of a broader effort to promote peace in Sudan. The administration said it provided $20 million in emergency food assistance in March and contributed $200 million during a recent U.S.-hosted Sudan Humanitarian Fund Call to Action. The United States is urging both SAF and RSF leaders to accept an immediate three-month humanitarian truce without preconditions. "This truce would enable critical humanitarian aid to reach those in need, protect civilians, and create space for negotiations toward a permanent ceasefire," according to the statement.
Officials also called on all external actors to stop providing financial or military support to any party involved in the conflict. They stressed that regional stability depends on ending hostilities and urged international unity for restoring civilian governance in Sudan.
The latest sanctions were imposed under Executive Order 14098. Further details about these actions can be found through resources provided by the Department of the Treasury.
Looking ahead, U.S. authorities said they will continue escalating actions against those who contribute to ongoing violence until progress is made toward peace.
