Sudan: Council strengthens EU sanctions regime by targeting gold trade

The Council decided to strengthen the EU's restrictive measures concerning Sudan by introducing new sectoral measures targeting the war economy. The measures are designed to curb sources of financing for the conflict and further increase pressure on those fuelling the war.

The decision introduces a ban on the purchase, import or transfer of gold originating in Sudan. It also bans the sale, supply, transfer or export of mercury and cyanide to Sudan. These chemicals are widely used for gold mining or gold exploitation. Both measures are accompanied by prohibitions on the provision of related services, including technical assistance, brokering services and financial assistance.

Link: https://www.consilium.europa.eu/en/press/press-releases/2026/07/13/sudan-council-strengthens-eu-sanctions-regime-by-targeting-gold-trade/