All states in the region were called upon to participate in regional peace initiatives, while Liberia and the LURD were urged to enter into bilateral negotiations aimed at finalising a ceasefire.[4] Exemptions to the travel ban imposed on Liberian officials would be granted in cases where such travel would assist in the resolution of conflict in the region. Both the Liberian government and LURD were called upon to allow unimpeded and safe access to United Nations humanitarian personnel and those of non-governmental organisations and to end the use of child soldiers, sexual violence and torture. Additionally, all states in the region were asked to refrain from supporting armed groups in nearby countries, and in the event of non-compliance, further measures would be considered to ensure compliance.