Sudan Denies Evidence of Chemical Weapons Use in Khartoum

Sudan’s army-backed government has rejected allegations of chemical weapons use in Khartoum, releasing a detailed report that claims no evidence of chemical or radioactive contamination was found following extensive investigations.

The findings come two months after the United States imposed sanctions against Sudan’s military authorities, accusing them of deploying chemical weapons in their conflict with the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF).

The Ministry of Health confirmed that its investigations revealed no chemical contamination in the capital:

“Based on available evidence and data from field measurements, health surveillance systems and official medical reports… there is no evidence of chemical or radioactive contamination in Khartoum state.”

The report, published this week, was based on:

• Field tests and measurements
• Forensic pathology reviews
• Medical surveillance systems

The ministry added that since April—when the army regained control of Khartoum from the RSF—specialist teams had conducted thorough forensic examinations, finding no fatalities or symptoms consistent with chemical poisoning.

In June 2025, Washington announced sanctions against Sudan’s military-backed government, citing allegations that chemical weapons had been used the previous year during the conflict with the RSF.

However, the US provided no specific details regarding the alleged attacks, such as their location or timing.

Sudanese officials have consistently rejected the accusations, labelling them:

• “Baseless”
• “Political blackmail”

The Sudanese civil war, which erupted in April 2023, has had devastating consequences:

The conflict has not only destabilised Sudan but has also drawn international scrutiny, with both warring factions now facing US sanctions for alleged atrocities.

Sudan’s health ministry reiterated that no medical, forensic, or environmental evidence supports claims of chemical weapons use. The government insists the US allegations are unfounded and politically motivated, while continuing to deny the existence of any mass deaths or poisonings associated with chemical agents.

The release of this report appears to be Sudan’s latest effort to counter international pressure and to project an image of legitimacy amidst ongoing conflict and humanitarian crisis.