On 13 July 2026, the Council adopted Decision (CFSP) 2026/1705, amending Decision (CFSP) 2023/2135, introducing a prohibition on the purchase, import, or transfer, directly or indirectly, of gold if it originates in Sudan and it has been exported from Sudan into the Union or into any third country and a prohibition on the sale, supply, transfer or export, directly or indirectly, of certain goods which might be used for gold mining or gold exploitation, whether or not originating in the Union, to any natural or legal person, entity or body in Sudan or for use in Sudan.