UNIFIL
United Nations peacekeeping force
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View Timeline →Potential Consequences of UNIFIL's Mandate Expiration in Lebanon
The UN peacekeeping force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) is set to conclude its mandate on December 31, raising concerns about the potential power vacuum in the…
Civilians Suffer as Israeli Military Escalates Actions in Lebanon: UNIFIL
The UN peacekeeping force reported an average of 137 projectiles fired daily in Lebanon over the past two weeks, highlighting the escalating military tensions in…
Uncertain Future for Southern Lebanon Peacekeeping as UNIFIL Phase-Out Approaches
The future of peacekeeping missions in southern Lebanon is uncertain as the UNIFIL phase-out approaches, potentially leading to security gaps due to a lack of…
UN Reports Significant Increase in Israeli Military Activity in Southern Lebanon
Israeli forces launched 455 projectiles into southern Lebanon and violated Lebanese airspace 97 times over a weekend, as reported by UNIFIL. This escalation is significant…
Germany Calls for EU Force to Replace UN Peacekeepers in Lebanon Amid Security Concerns
Germany has reiterated its call for the European Union to establish a force to replace UN peacekeepers in southern Lebanon as the UNIFIL mandate is…
Israel's Advance Beyond Litani Raises Questions About UNIFIL's Effectiveness
Israel has advanced beyond the Litani River, while the UNIFIL peacekeeping force appears ineffective in stopping the invasion. This situation raises concerns among Lebanese citizens…
Ongoing Clashes in Southern Lebanon; UN Warns About Explosive Remnants
Ongoing clashes between Hezbollah and the Israeli army in southern Lebanon have prompted UNIFIL to strengthen its presence in the region. The UN warns of…
Hezbollah Calls for Lifting Ban on Iranian Flights to Beirut
Hezbollah has called on the Lebanese government to lift a ban on Iranian flights to Beirut, imposed after Israeli warnings about potential weapon transfers. The…
Continued Chaos from Hezbollah Supporters; Lebanese Army Resort to Tear Gas
Hezbollah supporters protested against the ban on Iranian flights to Beirut, leading to clashes with the Lebanese Army, which used tear gas to disperse them.…
Israel Accuses Islamic Republic of Assisting Hezbollah to Regain Strength
Israel's ambassador to the UN accused Hezbollah of attempting to regain military strength with Iranian support, highlighting ongoing tensions and ceasefire violations. The situation poses…
Israeli Commandos Operation in Northern Lebanon to Arrest Senior Hezbollah Member
Israeli commandos conducted a swift operation in Batroun, Lebanon, capturing senior Hezbollah member Imad Amhaz and taking him to Israel for interrogation. This incident has…
Continued Attacks on Hezbollah Positions; Israeli Army Emphasizes Use of 'Human Shields' by the Group
Israel has intensified its military operations against Hezbollah, targeting central Beirut and claiming that Hezbollah uses civilian homes for weapon storage. The attacks resulted in…
Two Killed in Car Explosion Near Iranian Cultural Center in Syria
A car explosion near the Iranian cultural center in Deir ez-Zor, Syria, killed two Iranian-backed militants. This incident occurs amid ongoing tensions between Israel and…
Four Injured in Attack on UN Peacekeeping Forces in Southern Lebanon
Three UN peacekeepers and their translator were injured in an explosion in southern Lebanon, with reports suggesting Israeli involvement, which Israel denies. The incident highlights…
Attack on UN Vehicles in Southern Lebanon; Israel-Hezbollah Clashes Continue
A UN peacekeeper was injured in southern Lebanon during an attack by local youths on UN vehicles, highlighting rising tensions in the region. Concurrently, clashes…
Israeli Expert to VOA: Hezbollah Has Different Factions Negotiating Within the Organization
The U.S. recently sanctioned the Lebanese organization 'Green Without Borders,' which experts claim is a cover for Hezbollah's activities along the Israeli border. Israeli expert…