A series of reports from major international outlets has brought to light a dossier of evidence alleging that the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF) engaged in the production and deployment of chemical weapons throughout 2024. According to these reports, the evidence—which includes photographs, internal documents, and intercepted communications between military officers—was compiled and shared by a Middle Eastern intelligence agency.

The allegations center on the use of chlorine as a weapon during the ongoing conflict between the SAF and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF). While the reports describe a systematic effort by the Sudanese military to develop these capabilities over a six-month period, the Sudanese government has not yet provided a formal, detailed rebuttal to the specific claims contained within the dossier.

Middle East Eye reports that the intelligence behind these findings originated from Israeli sources, a detail that adds a layer of geopolitical complexity to the narrative. The reports suggest that the involvement of foreign intelligence agencies in documenting these war crimes may influence how international bodies approach the conflict. As of now, the situation remains fluid, with human rights organizations calling for an independent investigation to verify the authenticity of the documents and the extent of the alleged chemical attacks. The lack of direct access to the conflict zone for independent journalists makes the verification of these intelligence-based claims difficult, leaving the international community to rely on the information provided by the intelligence agencies involved.