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Arsenal’s new sleeve sponsor after dumping Rwanda bc of its invasion of eastern DR Congo & sponsoring the M23 militia

For its role in Sudan's war, "the UAE has earned its place among the ranks of the world’s outlaws." By @NesrineMalik theguardian.com/commentisfree/…

Over the past two years, the latest conflict in Sudan is estimated to have claimed at least 150,000 lives. Now, human rights organisation FairSquare has provided the latest calls for the British government’s Foreign Office to consider sanctions and investigate the role of Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al-Nahyan — owner of Manchester City and deputy prime minister of Abu Dhabi — in the UAE government's alleged support of a paramilitary group accused of committing war crimes in the country. This follows on from former leader of the Conservative Party Iain Duncan Smith stating in parliament in January that Mansour was “possibly the most high-profile UAE investor in the UK economy” and arguing that the Foreign Office should undertake a “full assessment of whether representatives of the UAE Government may meet the criteria for sanctions”. The UK government has already sanctioned several private individuals and organisations in connection to the atrocities taking place in Sudan, which UN officials have stated carry “hallmarks of genocide”. The UAE strongly denies being a party to the conflict or supporting either side. @jwhitey98 explains why there have been calls to investigate potential sanctions against Man City's owner and what the possible consequences would be. 🔗 nytimes.com/athletic/72429…

It’s time for the @NBA to rethink its commercial partnership with Rwanda, whose army and senior officials the US government recently sanctioned for backing a deadly armed group in DR Congo that is committing “horrific human rights abuses.”

It’s time for the @NBA to rethink its partnership with Rwanda, which is implicated in extensive human rights abuses in eastern DR Congo. My latest w @TheSentry_Org John Prendergast in @commondreams #DRC #RDC commondreams.org/opinion/nba-hu…

PRESS RELEASE: Co-Chairs Call on U.S. Corporations to Reassess UAE Partnerships Amid Sudan Atrocity Concerns. Letters call on Disney, Warner Bros., NBA and NFL to reassessment engagements that may risk enabling or obscuring human rights violations. humanrightscommission.house.gov/news/press-rel…

🇸🇩 @TheAthletic highlights increasing pressure on the UK government to investigate potential sanctions related to Man City's owner, Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, over UAE's alleged support for the RSF in Sudan. Influential global institutions and figures can't remain disconnected from the humanitarian consequences of the war. As atrocities continue in Sudan, calls are increasing for greater accountability for those accused of enabling the conflict. Thanks to FairSquare for continuing to pressure foreign enablers of the war in Sudan. nytimes.com/athletic/72429…

This week, The Sentry was proud to attend the Truth Tellers Summit. It was a powerful gathering of organizations and journalists who are committed to exposing the truth and holding power to account. We’re especially grateful to the @PostcodeLottery for their continued investment in the type of work that ensures credible evidence can lead to real-world consequences. Thank you to the organizers and partners for convening this important conversation. @sirharrysummit @nickpdonovan

The Sentry is honored to be a longstanding partner of the Postcode Loterij. Their incredible grant of €900,000 powers our work to expose and disrupt actors profiting from atrocities, conflict, corruption, and natural resource exploitation. The continued commitment of the Postcode Loterij fuels our work at a critical moment and strengthens our ability to protect lives and hold perpetrators accountable. We are deeply grateful for their support and partnership. #PowerOfPostcodes

The more we dig into Dubai real estate, the more links we find to Sudan’s brutal Rapid Support Forces. We’ve released new evidence that a network of family members, sanctioned individuals, and entities linked to the leadership of the RSF owns a $24 million real estate portfolio in Dubai consisting of over 20 properties. This is the fourth report by The Sentry that documents financial and operational links between the RSF and its leadership, namely the Dagalo family, and the UAE. thesentry.org/reports/24m-pr…

🎙️Stream the second episode of our podcast, Forced from Home. @JeremyKonyndyk sat with @RepSaraJacobs to discuss the war in Sudan, its impact on civilians and refugees, and what the United States can do. Like + subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts. refugeesinternational.org/actions/forced…

أكثر من 20 عقاراً في دبي، تتجاوز قيمتها الإجمالية 24 مليون دولار. يكشف تقريرنا الجديد عن أدلة إضافية على وجود محفظة عقارية في دبي مرتبطة بقيادات في ميليشيا قوات الدعم السريع الوحشية. ما أهمية ذلك؟ تشير النتائج إلى أن الإمارات العربية المتحدة، فضلاً عن دعمها المزعوم للميليشيا بالأسلحة والمرتزقة، توفر ملاذاً آمناً لعائلات قادة قوات الدعم السريع ولثرواتهم. اقرأ التقرير وشاركه: thesentry.org/reports/24m-pr…

Applications for the final Next-IJ Cross-Border Investigative Training are closing soon. May 16 marks the final edition of our intensive, full-day online programme for mid-career investigative journalists across Europe. Participation is free. Led by investigative journalists from OCCRP and @transcrime - Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, the course focuses on practical, real-world methods and cross-border strategies — covering topics such as following the money and using AI effectively in complex investigations. Sharpen your investigative skills, expand your network and gain practical tools you can apply immediately. Application deadline: May 8 Apply here: form.jotform.com/260784585253365 Learn more about the training and who’s eligible: hub.next-ij.eu/news/training-…

Libya is pushing to unlock billions in frozen sovereign wealth. Without reform, that move could cause more harm than good. In @The_NewArab, Justyna Gudzowska argues that the real issue isn’t the asset freeze—it’s persistent mismanagement, weak oversight, and corruption within the Libyan Investment Authority. Lifting restrictions without safeguards risks removing one of the last tools for accountability. Read more: newarab.com/opinion/absent…

The United States on Thursday imposed sanctions on former Democratic Republic of Congo President Joseph Kabila for his support of Rwanda-backed M23 rebels and for fueling political instability in Congo's troubled east. reuters.com/world/us-impos…

For more on what the US should do to end this crisis, see @TheSentry_Org in @ForeignPolicy foreignpolicy.com/2026/01/27/con…

Breaking: US sanctions Kabila for supporting Rwanda-backed M23

NEW! Despite the withdrawal of the Wagner Group from Mali, @TheSentry_Org reveals how Russia is using mining and port companies in Guinea and Mali to funnel military equipment to Africa Corps troops committing atrocities against civilians. twp.ai/4hpQ4q

20+ properties worth over $24 million. Our latest report reveals new evidence of the real estate portfolio in Dubai linked to the leadership of the brutal RSF militia. Why does it matter? The findings suggest that, in addition to reportedly supporting the militia with weapons and mercenaries, the United Arab Emirates provides a safe haven for the RSF leadership’s family and wealth. Read and share: thesentry.org/reports/24m-pr…