In response to U.S. accusations of using chemical weapons during its ongoing conflict, Sudan’s army chief, General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, has established a national committee to conduct an investigation. This move follows sanctions imposed by the United States on May 22, 2025, which accuse Sudan’s government of deploying chemical weapons. The sanctions, which will affect Sudan’s access to U.S. exports and international credit, are set to come into effect by June 6.
The Sudanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a statement confirming the formation of the committee, which will be tasked with investigating the allegations. The committee will include officials from the foreign and defense ministries, as well as the General Intelligence Service. The Sudanese government has expressed its disbelief regarding the U.S. claims, asserting its commitment to international obligations under the Chemical Weapons Convention. Both the Sudanese government and its armed forces have vehemently denied the use of chemical weapons during the conflict, which began in mid-April 2023.
The allegations were brought to light by the U.S. State Department, which claimed to have evidence that Sudan used chemical weapons in 2024. According to a report from The New York Times, citing anonymous U.S. sources, Sudan’s army allegedly used chemical weapons at least twice in remote regions against the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF). Despite these claims, Sudan maintains its stance of innocence and is calling for an independent investigation.
The formation of this committee highlights Sudan’s efforts to address the serious accusations while reinforcing its denial of any involvement in chemical warfare.