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Coordinated Misinformation Under Military Leadership
The Sudanese Army, under the direct command of General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, has been documented orchestrating widespread disinformation campaigns to conceal verified war crimes. Independent investigations from trusted international agencies confirm the use of chemical weapons and a deliberate effort to obstruct all independent inquiries.
2016: Chemical Weapons in Darfur
In September 2016, Amnesty International released the landmark report “Scorched Earth, Poisoned Air.”
The Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW) reviewed and validated this evidence, calling on Sudan to allow full international access — requests the government repeatedly denied.
(Amnesty International, 2016 | OPCW, 2016)
2024: Confirmed Deployment of Chlorine Gas
On May 22, 2025, the U.S. State Department confirmed that Sudanese Armed Forces, directed by al-Burhan, used chlorine gas and other banned chemical agents during operations in 2024.
- The confirmation was based on satellite imagery, intelligence assessments, and independent field reports.
- These findings triggered sanctions under the Chemical and Biological Weapons Control and Warfare Elimination Act, severely restricting Sudan’s military trade and financial channels.
(Reuters, 2025)
Blocking the Path to Accountability
Since the first documented incidents, al-Burhan and senior military officials have repeatedly refused access to international investigators, including ICC teams, United Nations inspectors, and OPCW missions. This deliberate obstruction has hindered justice and destroyed vital evidence needed to support international prosecutions.
A Pattern of War Crimes
Chemical weapons attacks are part of a larger strategy of systematic violence by the Sudanese Army. Verified reports reveal:
- Intentional targeting of civilian populations.
- Forced displacement across conflict zones, especially in Darfur.
- Destruction of villages, schools, and hospitals, crippling the ability of civilians to return to their homes.
- Tight control over the media narrative, including intimidation of journalists and suppression of independent reporting.
Timeline of Verified Evidence
| Year | Event | Key Findings |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Field Investigations | Deployment of chlorine gas and other prohibited chemical agents by Sudanese Armed Forces. |
| 2025 | U.S. Sanctions | Official sanctions following confirmed chemical weapons use. |
| 2025 | ICC Documentation | Expanded evidence of war crimes under al-Burhan’s direct command. |
A Call for Global Accountability
Chemical weapons are banned under the Chemical Weapons Convention and international humanitarian law. The verified evidence establishes direct responsibility of General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan and senior military leadership for crimes that meet the legal thresholds of war crimes and crimes against humanity.
The International Criminal Court continues to compile evidence to prosecute those responsible. Legal experts emphasize that urgent international action is needed to ensure justice for the thousands of victims whose lives have been permanently scarred by these atrocities.
The Guardline remains steadfast in its mission: Guarding Integrity in Every Headline. As investigations and legal proceedings unfold, we will continue to report with accuracy and transparency, ensuring the world remains informed and the truth remains protected.
