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Security Council renews UNIFIL’s mandate, demands full implementation of resolution 1701

The United Nations Security Council today unanimously adopted resolution 2749 (2024), extending the mission’s mandate until 31 August 2025.

28 Aug 2024

UNIFIL cares for those left with no medical support in south Lebanon

Since the exchanges of fire across the Blue Line started 10 months ago, almost 100,000 people living close to the 120-kilometre Line have fled to safer areas northward. Those staying behind for various reasons have been left with limited protection network, including medical care.

06 Aug 2024

From students to Lebanese army personnel, UNIFIL-implemented solar projects benefit thousands in south Lebanon

Prominent among UNIFIL’s support initiatives for local communities over the last year has been the implementation of solar projects in communities across south Lebanon.

11 Sep 2024

Joint Statement of UN Special Coordinator for Lebanon Jeanine Hennis-Plasschaert and UNIFIL Head of Mission and Force Commander Lt. Gen. Aroldo Lázaro (8 October 2024)

One year since near-daily exchanges of fire commenced across the Blue Line, initiated by Hizbullah propelling rockets into Shab‘a Farms, in violation of the cessation of hostilities and Security Council resolution 1701 (2006).

08 Oct 2024

UNIFIL Statement (6 October, 2024)

UNIFIL is deeply concerned by recent activities by the IDF immediately adjacent to the Mission’s position 6-52, southeast of Marun ar Ras (Sector West), inside Lebanese territory. The IDF has been repeatedly informed of this ongoing situation through regular channels.

06 Oct 2024