UN Security Council lifts arms embargo on CAR forces

The United Nations Security Council on Tuesday lifted the arms embargo on the Central African Republic (CAR) government forces.
The Council, however, urged all nations to take all necessary measures to prevent the direct or indirect supply of all types of weapons and related materials to armed groups operating there.
The arms embargo was established in 2013 in response to a brutal inter-communal conflict after the predominantly Muslim Seleka rebels seized power leading to the mostly Christian militias fighting back.
Thousands of people were killed and many were forced from their homes during the conflict.
The Security Council which unanimously adopted resolution 2745 (2024), also authorised Member States to “seize, register and dispose” of prohibited items – weapons and ammunition, military vehicles and equipment, paramilitary equipment, and spare parts – destined for armed groups and associated individuals operating in the CAR.
Member States are required to notify the CAR Sanctions Committee within 30 days of disposing of such items.
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