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Colombian Mercenaries Linked to Sudan's War Crimes Firm

12/21/2025

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A Guardian investigation links Colombian mercenaries to Sudan's Rapid Support Forces through Zeuz Global, a UK-registered company.
Zeuz Global was established by Álvaro Quijano and Claudia Oliveros and is under U.S. sanctions for war crimes.
Following sanctions, Zeuz Global relocated to an address linked to luxury hotels, raising UK registration oversight concerns.
Experts warn such firms enable criminal activity, including arms brokering to embargoed groups.

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A Guardian investigation links Colombian mercenaries to Sudan's Rapid Support Forces through Zeuz Global, a UK-registered company.
Zeuz Global was established by Álvaro Quijano and Claudia Oliveros and is under U.S. sanctions for war crimes.
Following sanctions, Zeuz Global relocated to an address linked to luxury hotels, raising UK registration oversight concerns.
Experts warn such firms enable criminal activity, including arms brokering to embargoed groups.