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Re: الصحفية السوداكندية شهد الفكى: كتبت عن شر� (Re: Mahjob Abdalla)
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Quote: Sudanese fighters accused of massacres use Canadian-made rifles Images shared by Rapid Support Forces fighters include rifles bearing logo of B.C. manufacturer Shahad Elfaki, Ivan Angelovski, Jordan Pearson · CBC News · Posted: Nov 07, 2025 4:00 AM EST | Last Updated: 4 hours ago |
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Re: الصحفية السوداكندية شهد الفكى: كتبت عن شر� (Re: Mahjob Abdalla)
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Quote: Quote: Weapons bearing the logo of a Canadian arms manufacturer have been identified in the hands of a paramilitary group in Sudan responsible foشMultiple photos posted online and verified by CBC show rifles with the logo of Sterling Cross Defense Systems, an Abbotsford, B.C.-based company that produces firearms and ammunition, in the hands of RSF fighters.
Images shared on social media by RSF fighters — noted over the years by research groups such as War Noir and Streaking Delilah, and verified by CBC — depict Sterling Cross’s XLCR sniper rifles in the hands of fighters throughout Sudan since at least 2023. r massacres of civilians, analysis by CBCâs visual investigations unit has found. |
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Re: الصحفية السوداكندية شهد الفكى: كتبت عن شر� (Re: Mahjob Abdalla)
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Quote: Quote: | Quote: Weapons bearing the logo of a Canadian arms manufacturer have been identified in the hands of a paramilitary group in Sudan responsible foØ´Multiple photos posted online and verified by CBC show rifles with the logo of Sterling Cross Defense Systems, an Abbotsford, B.C.-based company that produces firearms and ammunition, in the hands of RSF fighters.Images shared on social mediشThe CBC visual investigations team verified the images by either geolocating them in Sudan or matching emblems and camo designs to those used in Sudan. CBC also confirmed the design of the Sterling Cross XLCR, which features a distinctive logo on the rifle's lower receiver, just above the magazine well.a by RSF fighters â noted over the years by research groups such as War Noir and Streaking Delilah, and verified by CBC â depict Sterling Crossâs XLCR sniper rifles in the hands of fighters throughout Sudan since at least 2023. r massacres of civilians, analysis by CBCâÂÂs visual investigations unit has found. |
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Re: الصحفية السوداكندية شهد الفكى: كتبت عن شر� (Re: Mahjob Abdalla)
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Quote: Quote: Quote: Quote: Weapons bearing the logo of a Canadian arms manufacturer have been identified in the hands of a paramilitary group in Sudan responsible foôMultiple photos posted online and verified by CBC show rifles with the logo of Sterling Cross Defense Systems, an Abbotsford, B.C.-based company that produces firearms and ammunition, in the hands of RSF fighters.Images shared on social mediØ´TheشOn Oct. 5, 2024, as the battle for Sudan’s capital, Khartoum, was unfolding, the RSF posted a video on its official Telegram channel showcasing its fighters along the city’s southern front line.
Slung over the shoulder of one RSF fighter in the video is a modern-looking, bolt-action precision rifle, with a skeletonized folding stock, a handguard and a high-power scope.
Then, for just a few frames as the fighter turns his back to the camera, a small emblem becomes visible on the rifle’s chassis: the Sterling Cross logo. CBC visual investigations team verified the images by either geolocating them in Sudan or matching emblems and camo designs to those used in Sudan. CBC also confirmed the design of the Sterling Cross XLCR, which features a distinctive logo on the rifle's lower receiver, just above the magazine well.a by RSF fighters â noted over the years by research groups such as War Noir and Streaking Delilah, and verified by CBC â depict Sterling CrossâÂÂs XLCR sniper rifles in the hands of fighters throughout Sudan since at least 2023. r massacres of civilians, analysis by CBCâÃÂÃÂs visual investigations unit has found. |
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Re: الصحفية السوداكندية شهد الفكى: كتبت عن شر� (Re: Mahjob Abdalla)
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Quote: Sterling Cross When reached for comment, Sterling Cross would not answer specific questions about CBC’s findings in Sudan, its current international arms sale business — which would fall under the purview of Global Affairs Canada — and whether it has sold weapons to countries that are alleged to supply factions in Sudan, including the United Arab Emirates.
“I can assure you that Sterling Cross' policies align with that of Global Affairs Canada,” Aimee Byrne, Sterling Cross’s director of operations, said in a statement, adding the company is subject to the Export and Import Permits Act.
Global Affairs Canada did not respond to CBC’s request for comment in time for publication.
Sterling Cross’s website is bare bones, made up of nothing more than two buttons to contact the company’s defence and logistics arms. |
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