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

Dr Amjad Farid, an adviser to Sudan’s Sovereignty Council on political affairs and foreign relations, said the United States’ accusation that the Sudanese army had used chemical weapons was misplaced.

Farid also 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 who commit such acts can face military or civilian courts. He also cited referral to retirement among the measures available.

His remarks presented accountability as applying to both the regular armed forces and forces aligned with them. The summary of his comments did not detail specific cases or provide evidence addressing the chemical weapons accusation.