#UNIFIL
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MiscellaneousUN Peacekeepers Under Fire in Southern Lebanon, UNIFIL Calls for Investigation
A UNIFIL patrol in southern Lebanon was fired upon, prompting the peacekeeping force to call for an investigation. The incident occurred near Wadi Jilu in the Tyre district, with no casualties reported. UNIFIL emphasized the obligation to protect peacekeepers under international law.
PoliticsGermany Pledges Continued Lebanon Presence Post-UNIFIL, Eyes Successor Force
Germany has pledged to maintain a presence in Lebanon following the withdrawal of the UN peacekeeping mission UNIFIL, with European nations discussing a potential successor force. Deputy Defence Minister Nils Schmid confirmed Germany's continued commitment to training and assisting the Lebanese military, primarily in the maritime domain.
PoliticsFrance Urges New International Framework to Prevent Security Void in South Lebanon Post-UNIFIL
France's Foreign Minister has warned of the dangers of a security vacuum in south Lebanon after the UNIFIL mission ends, calling for a new international framework to support Lebanese security forces. The EU has also announced a support mission for the Lebanese Armed Forces, though not as a UNIFIL replacement.
PoliticsEU Launches New Mission to Bolster Lebanese Army as UN Peacekeepers Prepare to Depart
The European Union has launched a new support mission for the Lebanese army and Internal Security Forces, aiming to bolster their capabilities and maritime security governance as the UN Interim Force (Unifil) prepares to withdraw. The mission, EUSM Lebanon, is part of a broader European effort to maintain stability and sovereignty in the country.
PoliticsEU Announces New Training and Support Mission to Bolster Lebanese Armed Forces
The European Union plans to launch a training and support mission for the Lebanese Armed Forces to strengthen security, though officials stress it is not a replacement for the outgoing UN peacekeeping force.
Breaking NewsUNIFIL Reports Small Arms Fire at Border Post Amid Looming Mandate Expiration
The UN peacekeeping mission in Lebanon reported that one of its border posts near Kfar Shouba was targeted by small arms fire with no casualties, as the force prepares for its mandate to end in late 2026.
PoliticsItaly Conditions Red Sea Naval Boost on Wider European Commitment, Says Defence Minister
Italian Defence Minister Guido Crosetto announced that Italy is willing to expand its participation in the EU's Red Sea naval mission, provided other European nations match the commitment.
PoliticsLiving at God’s Mercy: Inside the Isolated, Israeli-Occupied Lebanese Village of Debel
Residents of the isolated Lebanese village of Debel face strict Israeli control and severe supply shortages as they await the expiration of Unifil's mandate. With movement heavily restricted, locals worry about an uncertain future without international peacekeepers.
PoliticsMacron and Aoun Convene in Paris to Bolster Lebanese Army and Halt Israeli Strikes
Leaders from France, Lebanon, and Jordan met in Paris to rally international support for the Lebanese army, reinforce state sovereignty, and discuss the future of security in southern Lebanon amid ongoing regional conflicts.
PoliticsLebanese President Joseph Aoun Backs French-Italian Initiative for Post-Unifil Security in Paris Talks
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun met with French President Emmanuel Macron and Jordan's King Abdullah II in Paris to discuss a French-Italian initiative aimed at establishing a multinational mission to replace Unifil in south Lebanon.
PoliticsParis Security Talks Address Lebanon's Future Amid Impending UNIFIL Exit
European and Arab military chiefs are meeting in Paris to address the impending end of the UNIFIL mission and discuss future security alternatives for Lebanon amidst rising regional tensions.
PoliticsFrench President Emmanuel Macron to Host High-Level Paris Meeting on Unifil Replacement
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun and Jordan's King Abdullah II are set to meet in Paris, hosted by French President Emmanuel Macron, to discuss plans for replacing the UN interim force in southern Lebanon.
PoliticsLebanon Appeals to UN to Reconsider Premature Unifil Withdrawal Amid Regional Tensions
Lebanon has urged the UN Security Council to reconsider the premature withdrawal of the Unifil peacekeeping mission, warning it could cause a security vacuum amid escalating regional conflict.
PoliticsIsrael Opposes International Troops in Southern Lebanon Following Unifil's Departure
Israel's UN envoy Danny Danon announced firm opposition to plans keeping thousands of international troops in southern Lebanon after Unifil's mandate ends, advocating instead for direct security cooperation with the Lebanese military.
PoliticsNetherlands Pushes for UN Peacekeepers to Remain in Southern Lebanon Beyond December Deadline
The Netherlands is urging the international community to extend the UN peacekeeping mandate in southern Lebanon past December 31, citing critical stability concerns.
PoliticsCould Europe Step In as the UN Peacekeeping Mandate in Southern Lebanon Winds Down?
With the UN peacekeeping mandate in southern Lebanon ending by late 2026, discussions are underway regarding a potential European Union mission to train and support the Lebanese military.
PoliticsLebanese President Joseph Aoun Discusses Peacekeeping Future with Italian Leaders in Rome
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun concluded his visit to Rome by meeting with Italian leaders to discuss the future of peacekeeping forces in southern Lebanon and ongoing international negotiations.
PoliticsUNIFIL Reports Escalating Israeli Military Activity in Southern Lebanon as Civilians Bear the Brunt
According to UNIFIL, civilians in southern Lebanon are suffering the consequences of a sharp increase in Israeli military activity despite a recent ceasefire agreement.