Sudan’s war needs a total arms ban, UN experts say

A United Nations investigation has called for a full-scale arms embargo on Sudan, demanding that the existing restrictions be expanded and strictly enforced. The recommendation was made in a report presented to the UN Human Rights Council. According to the experts, the current measures are not enough to stop the flow of weapons into a conflict that has now lasted for over three years. The report also holds foreign nations and outside groups accountable for their role in fueling the violence. Experts say these external actors are providing the resources that keep the war going. The call for a Sudan-wide ban marks a significant shift from the current, more limited restrictions. The experts insist that without a comprehensive and enforced embargo, there is little chance of ending the bloodshed.