UN Security Council renews arms embargo, sanctions on South Sudan

Confiscated guns.

UN commanders in South Sudan inspect confiscated guns in 2014. PHOTO | FILE | NMG

The UN Security Council on Thursday renewed an arms embargo and sanctions against South Sudan amid continuing unrest in the country.

A resolution to extend the ban through May 2023, drafted by the United States, was passed with 10 out of 15 votes, with Gabon, Kenya, India, Russia, and China abstaining.