NewsFeedICC judges sentenced former Janjaweed militia leader Ali Muhammad Ali Abd-Al-Rahman to 20 years in prison for war crimes and crimes against humanity in Sudan’s Darfur region. The 76-year-old was convicted on 31 counts linked to killings, rape and mass displacement.Published On 9 Dec 2025
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TUE · 2025-12-09 · 19:16 GMTBRIEF NSR-2025-1209-1775
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Sudan militia leader sentenced to 20 years for war crimes by ICC
Former Janjaweed militia leader Ali Muhammad Ali Abd-Al-Rahman was sentenced to 20 years in prison by the International Criminal Court (ICC) on December 9, 2025. The 76-year-old was convicted for war crimes and crimes against humanity committed in Sudan’s Darfur region.
Al JazeeraFiled 2025-12-09 · 19:16 GMTLean · CenterRead · 1 min
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Former Janjaweed militia leader Ali Muhammad Ali Abd-Al-Rahman was sentenced to 20 years in prison by the International Criminal Court (ICC) on December 9, 2025. The 76-year-old was convicted for war crimes and crimes against humanity committed in Sudan’s Darfur region. The charges stemmed from 31 counts, including those related to killings, rape, and the mass displacement of people. Abd-Al-Rahman's sentencing marks a significant step in addressing atrocities committed during the Darfur conflict. The ICC's decision underscores the court's commitment to holding individuals accountable for serious international crimes.
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He was convicted on 31 counts linked to killings, rape and mass displacement.
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Ali Muhammad Ali Abd-Al-Rahman is 76 years old.
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The sentencing was for war crimes and crimes against humanity in Sudan’s Darfur region.
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Former Janjaweed militia leader Ali Muhammad Ali Abd-Al-Rahman was sentenced to 20 years in prison.
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