UN sanctions brother of Sudan's RSF leader, Colombian mercenaries
The United Nations has imposed sanctions on Algoney Hamdan Daglo Musa, the brother of Sudan's RSF leader, and three Colombian mercenaries. These individuals are accused of recruiting former Colombian military personnel to support the RSF in Sudan. The ongoing conflict has led to a severe humanitarian crisis in the region.
- ▪The sanctions were proposed by the United States, Britain, and France.
- ▪Algoney Hamdan Daglo Musa is accused of leading RSF efforts to procure weapons and military equipment.
- ▪The Colombian mercenaries provided tactical and technical expertise to the RSF, including training children to fight.
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UN sanctions brother of Sudan's RSF leader, Colombian mercenariesSign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inboxThe United Nations logo adorns a window at U.N. headquarters in New York City, U.S., September 18, 2025. REUTERS/Jeenah MoonPublished Apr 29, 2026, 05:23 AMUpdated Apr 29, 2026, 05:23 AMListenApril 28 - The United Nations on Tuesday imposed sanctions on Algoney Hamdan Daglo Musa, younger brother of the head of Sudan's Rapid Support Forces (RSF), and three Colombian mercenaries accused of recruiting former Colombian personnel to fight in the country.A statement from Britain's mission to the United Nations said the sanctions were imposed by the U.N.
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