Ali Mohammed Ali Abdelrahman

militia leader

Ali Mohammed Ali Abdelrahman, a former militia leader in Sudan, was recently convicted by the International Criminal Court for war crimes and crimes against humanity committed during the Darfur conflict. His actions, as a commander of the Janjaweed militia, were linked to the deaths of approximately 300,000 people and the displacement of millions between 2003 and 2006. The court found him guilty of 31 charges, including murder, rape, and torture, marking a significant milestone as it was the first conviction related to the atrocities in Darfur. Abdelrahman has denied the charges, claiming a case of mistaken identity, but witness testimonies solidified his role in the brutal campaign against civilians.