The U.S. State Department accused Suleiman, the director general of the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) Defense Industries System (DIA), of contributing to the ongoing conflict in Sudan by acquiring weapons from Iran and Russia. This arms buildup has fueled the clashes between the SAF and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), resulting in devastating consequences for civilians.
The sanctions come in response to the escalating violence and humanitarian crisis in Sudan. Over 11 million Sudanese have been displaced, millions face acute food insecurity, and public infrastructure has been severely damaged.
The U.S. government has repeatedly called for a peaceful resolution to the conflict and held those responsible for the violence accountable. The imposition of sanctions on Suleiman is a clear message of the U.S.’s commitment to these goals.
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