UN renews Libya arms embargo ship inspection mandate

The UN Security Council has renewed its mandate allowing inspections of vessels suspected of violating Libya’s arms embargo, Libya Observer reports. The six-month extension, backed by France and Greece, passed with 13 votes, while Russia and China abstained, citing concerns over EU-led Operation IRINI's effectiveness. The embargo, in place since 2011, permits inspections in international waters when violations are suspected. The UN Secretary-General will report on enforcement progress within five months.