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UNSC adopts Resolution 2428 to impose an arms embargo on South Sudan

July 15, 2018

The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) has adopted a resolution 2428 (2018) to impose an arms embargo on South Sudan. The measure will stop the flow of weapons to armed groups in the country. It is in addition to the current sanctions, till May 31, 2019. Under the terms of Resolution, all Member States must ..

EU intensifies arms embargo & sanctions against Syria

July 24, 2012

The European Union intensified arms embargo and sanctions against the Syria government in reaction to rising violence in the country. The 27-member Union adopted the conclusion according to which vessels and aircraft heading to Syria will be inspected if it is suspected that the cargo contains arms or equipment for internal oppression. As per the ..