Sudan/South Sudan/Abyei: Security Council Extends UN Peacekeeping Force in Abyei Through February 2015

Oct 14, 2014 | United Nations
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The Security Council today extended the United Nations peacekeeping force in Abyei – a resource-rich area contested by Sudan and South Sudan – as part of the Organization’s ongoing efforts to maintain peace and protect civilians there.

The resolution was adopted by the 15-member body in a unanimous vote.

The mandate of the UN Interim Security Force for Abyei (UNISFA) was extended until 28 February 2015. The force, set up by the Council in June 2011 following an outbreak of violence after Sudanese troops took control of the oil-rich area in the weeks before South Sudan became independent, is tasked with overseeing the demilitarization of the area and maintaining security.