Amjad Farid Rejects US Accusation of Chemical Weapons Use by Sudanese Army

Amjad Farid, the Sudanese Sovereignty Council’s adviser on political affairs and foreign relations, has rejected the US accusation that Sudan’s army used chemical weapons, describing it as misplaced.

Speaking in an interview, Farid stressed that mechanisms exist to hold members of the Sudanese armed forces and allied forces accountable for crimes or violations.

He said soldiers and officers accused of wrongdoing could face proceedings before military or civilian courts. He also cited retirement as a measure available to the authorities.

Farid’s remarks presented accountability procedures as part of his defence of the military. The summary of his comments did not identify specific cases or provide further details about the chemical weapons accusation.