UK sanctions Sudanese gold network
The United Kingdom has imposed sanctions on 11 individuals and firms linked to a gold network in Sudan. The move is part of international efforts to disrupt the financing of the ongoing civil war, which has been fueled by external financial and military support. The sanctions target entities involved in the gold trade, which is a significant source of revenue for the warring parties.
Date: September 2, 2026
Location: East Africa, Sudan
Conflict: Sudanese Civil War
Category: sanctions
Severity: MEDIUM
Source: The Eastleigh Voice