UNIFIL Deputy Spokesperson Kandice Ardiel discusses the mission’s continued efforts amid the ongoing Israeli presence in south Lebanon, while peacekeepers from India, Ireland, Poland, and the Republic of Korea provide vital medical and humanitarian support to the local communities.

In this episode of News from UNIFIL, Deputy Spokesperson Kandice Ardiel addresses the Israeli forces’ withdrawal from villages in south Lebanon while remaining in five positions north of the Blue Line. She highlights the need for diplomacy and speaks about the destruction in the area. The episode also covers medical and humanitarian aid by UNIFIL peacekeepers to support local communities.

In this episode of News from UNIFIL, Spokesperson Andrea Tenenti highlights the mission’s role in supporting the implementation of UN Security Council Resolution 1701 while clarifying that Lebanon and Israel hold the responsibility for its fulfillment. The episode also features humanitarian aid from Irish-Polish, Ghanaian, and Malaysian contingents, as well as skill-building workshops led by peacekeepers from Republic of Korea to empower local women.

News from UNIFIL # 11 features UN Secretary-General António Guterres visit to Naqoura, where he commended peacekeepers and called for full adherence to Resolution 1701. The episode also covers peacekeepers’ ongoing support, including restoring a historic church, clearing road obstacles, and providing essential aid to communities in need.