The International Criminal Court (ICC) has sentenced Sudanese Janjaweed militia leader Ali Muhammad Ali Abd-Al-Rahman, known as Ali Kushayb, to 20 years in prison. This sentence is for 27 counts of war crimes and crimes against humanity committed in Darfur between 2003 and 2004.
The ruling was announced on December 9, 2025, as part of the ICC"s ongoing efforts to address atrocities committed during the Darfur conflict. Kushayb was found guilty of various offenses that contributed to the suffering of civilians during this period.
This sentencing follows a series of international legal actions aimed at holding individuals accountable for their roles in the Darfur crisis. The ICC has been involved in prosecuting several figures associated with the conflict, emphasizing the importance of justice for victims.
For related coverage, see the article on recent developments in criminal justice.
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