United Nations Security Council Resolution 1960
Summary
UN Security Council Resolution 1960 expresses frustration that sexual violence continues to be a pervasive issue and reiterates previous resolutions on this matter. This resolution stresses the importance of ending impunity for sexual violence and requests that sanctions be considered as a possible response to rampant sexual violence.
Citation
United Nations Security Council. Resolution 1960. S/RES/1960, December 16, 2010.
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