Britain sanctions 15 Sudanese commanders from both sides accused of using rape as a weapon during El Fasher siege
Children in El Fasher, Sudan, where Britain has now sanctioned military commanders accused of using rape during what is described as the deadliest and most rapid massacre of civilians in over three decades.
Among those named is Khademallah Khashmin Herika, an RSF major who commands the force's women's unit and stands accused of fostering rape in El Fasher. Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband said rape and starvation are 'still being weaponised' and the perpetrators 'must be held accountable'. All 15 face a UK travel ban and asset freeze. Britain is also pledging £5 million for survivors and £10 million in aid.
Aid workers report that at least 54 children were subjected to rape or assault during flight towards Tawila.
RSF colonel Hussein Abu Jalak is linked to atrocities during the 18-month siege.
Up to 10,000 civilians are believed slaughtered in two days, and 40,000 remain unaccounted for.
