Commons Sense

House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

Sudan

15 December 2025 · Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office

Proposed by Chris Elmore Lab Bridgend

Foreign AffairsUkraine

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At a glance

Key points

  • The UK has imposed sanctions on Rapid Support Forces commanders, including travel bans and asset freezes.
  • The UK has provided an additional twenty-one million pounds for humanitarian assistance in Sudan.
  • The overall UK aid commitment to Sudan this year now totals one hundred and forty-six million pounds.

Issue summary

The UK is responding to the atrocities committed by the Rapid Support Forces in Sudan with new sanctions and additional aid funding.

Action requested

The UK has imposed sanctions on RSF commanders, including travel bans and asset freezes, and provided an additional £21 million for humanitarian assistance. The overall UK aid commitment to Sudan this year now totals £146 million.

Key facts

  • On December 12, 2025, the UK announced sanctions under the Sudan (Sanctions) (EU Exit) Regulations 2020.
  • The sanctions target RSF commanders responsible for serious violations of international humanitarian law.
  • An additional £21 million is provided to fund support including food, shelter, and health services for 135,000 people.
  • Overall UK aid commitment to Sudan this year rises to £146 million, aiding over 800,000 people.
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