CAR Armed Groups Sanctioned

On July 29, 2025, the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) adopted a resolution extending Sanctions Regime 2745 on the Central African Republic (CAR) for an additional year—until July 31, 2026. This renewal includes targeted measures such as asset freezes, travel bans, and the continuation of the mandate for the Panel of Experts overseeing the sanctions regime.

The sanctions specifically target non-state armed groups operating within CAR, which have been responsible for severe destabilization, violations of international humanitarian law, and the undermining of state institutions. These groups have been involved in illicit resource exploitation, arms trafficking, and attacks on civilians and peacekeeping forces.

The Security Council expressed grave concern over the continuing violence and insecurity in several regions of the country, including the obstruction of humanitarian access and the targeting of UN peacekeepers under MINUSCA (United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in the Central African Republic).

The renewed sanctions regime aims to:

• Disrupt financial and logistical support to sanctioned armed groups;
• Restrict the mobility of individuals involved in violence and violations;
• Strengthen the accountability of conflict actors through ongoing monitoring and reporting;
• Support national efforts for security sector reform and reconciliation processes.

The Panel of Experts mandated by the Council will continue to monitor implementation, investigate violations, and submit periodic reports. These reports serve as a critical tool in identifying evolving threats and recommending further listings or adjustments to the sanctions.

The Security Council called on all Member States to cooperate fully with the sanctions measures and to support efforts aimed at restoring peace, protecting civilians, and rebuilding governance structures in the Central African Republic.

This renewal is in line with the objectives set out in UNSC Resolution 2127 (2013) and its subsequent extensions, reflecting the Council’s ongoing commitment to stabilizing the country and preventing further escalation of armed conflict.

Sources:

• United Nations Security Council – Sanctions Regime 2127 (CAR):
  https://www.un.org/securitycouncil/sanctions/2127
• United Nations Meetings Coverage and Press Releases –
  https://press.un.org/en
• UN Sanctions Panel of Experts Mandate:
  https://www.un.org/securitycouncil/sanctions/panel-experts
• MINUSCA Mission Overview:
  https://peacekeeping.un.org/en/mission/minusca