As Sudan grapples with the ongoing war, the issue of the death penalty has taken on heightened urgency. In Sudan, the death penalty is primarily governed by the Sudanese Penal Code of 1991, which outlines several offenses that can result in capital punishment. These include intentional murder, adultery, and serious drug trafficking offenses. The application of the death penalty is often influenced by local interpretations of Islamic law (Sharia) and the prevailing socio-political context, which can lead to its use as a tool for political repression and social control.