Maj. Gen. (ret.) Israel Ziv is mentioned for using an agriculture company as cover for the sale of around $150 million worth of weapons. He denies any wrongdoing and vows to 'correct this mistake'

The American government   says it has sanctioned three people over their roles in South Sudan's civil war, including a retired Israeli major general, Israel Ziv.

In a statement Friday, the U.S. Treasury said Ziv and South Sudanese businessman Obac William Olawo led entities whose efforts extended the conflict, while South Sudanese official Gregory Vasili took part in "actions that have undermined peace, stability and security." Ziv has denied any wrongdoing.