The United States is designating Sudan’s former minister of State for the Interior Ahmad Mohammad Harun under its War Crimes Rewards program that offers rewards of up to $5 million, the State Department said on Monday.
Harun, who served under ruler Omar al Bashir, is wanted by the International Criminal Court (ICC) for war crimes and crimes against humanity allegedly committed in Darfur between 2003 and 2004, the department said.
By taking this step, the US joins the ICC in amplifying the global call for justice for the victims of the Darfur conflict.
The War Crimes Rewards program, offering substantial financial rewards of up to $5 million, further emphasizes the seriousness with which the US approaches international justice.
This program incentivizes information leading to Harun’s apprehension and ultimately reinforces the message that perpetrators of such crimes will not be tolerated.
Harun’s designation marks a significant step forward in the pursuit of justice for the victims of the Darfur conflict.
It reflects the US commitment to international accountability and reinforces the global message that war crimes and crimes against humanity will not go unpunished.
