Africa: Influx of Weapons Into Conflict Zones Dangerous, Says UN’s Adedeji Ebo

The influx of weapons and ammunition into conflict zones escalates tensions and significantly risks diversion and proliferation, even in post-conflict, says Adedeji Ebo, the Deputy to the High Representative of the UN Office for Disarmament Affairs, in his briefing to the UN Security Council.

UN News reports that Mr. Ebo, a Nigerian, briefed the Council on 25 July on the current threats to international peace and security.

He emphasized that “Any transfer of weapons and ammunition must take place…