Overview

• The resolution passed 12–0, with Russia, China and Pakistan abstaining, clearing the way for a new international deployment.
• The measure transforms the Kenya-led Multinational Security Support mission into a Gang Suppression Force empowered to detain suspected gang members.
• The mandate authorizes intelligence-led targeted operations, protection of key infrastructure and support to counter illicit arms trafficking.
• The authorization runs for 12 months and provides for 5,500 uniformed personnel plus 50 civilians funded through voluntary contributions.
• The shift follows an under-resourced mission that deployed fewer than 1,000 personnel against a planned 2,500 as the current mandate expires on Oct. 2.