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New York - The UN Security Council unanimously adopted a resolution on Tuesday creating a system to impose sanctions on those blocking peace in South Sudan, hoping it will press rival leaders into ending a conflict that has killed tens of thousands in the world's newest country.
The resolution drafted by the United States says an arms embargo is possible if the warring sides can't stick to a peace deal. Talks between the government and rebels continue this week in Ethiopia, with a Thursday deadline to reach a decisive peace agreement.
"Those who frustrate peace must begin to pay the price," US Ambassador Samantha Power said.
