US imposes sanctions on companies tied to Sudan forces amidst ongoing violence.
The US has imposed sanctions on companies linked to Sudan's army and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in an effort to pressure both sides to stop fighting in Khartoum and other regions. The conflict, which began in April, has killed hundreds and displaced over 1.6 million people. The US Treasury Department targeted two companies linked to Sudan's army and two companies tied to the RSF, which are involved in gold mining and vehicle procurement. The sanctions are intended to choke off the parties' access to weapons and resources that allow them to perpetuate the conflict.