UN Approves Significant Reduction of Peacekeeping Force in South Sudan
The United Nations has voted to reduce its peacekeeping force in South Sudan from 17,000 to 12,000 personnel. This decision, based on a U.S.-drafted resolution, passed with 13 votes in favor and abstentions from Russia and China, extending the mission's mandate until April 30, 2027.
The vote on the U.S.-drafted resolution was 13-0 with Russia and China abstaining. It extends the mandate of the force until April 30, 2027