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As tensions persist in south Lebanon, UNIFIL Deputy Spokesperson warns of the risks posed by ongoing violations of Resolution 1701. Deputy Head of mission shares insights from the meeting with the Lebanese President, and Head of LAF CIMIC, highlights growing LAF-UNIFL cooperation.
This episode highlights UNIFIL’s humanitarian support since the September 2024 escalation, with details from Civil Affairs Officer, Maud Ropars. It also features recent medical, educational, and cultural activities by peacekeepers across south Lebanon.
UNIFIL Spokesperson Andrea Tenenti explains the difference between UNIFIL’s role and the Implementation Mechanism established after the cessation of hostilities, addresses Israeli violations of Resolution 1701, and discusses UNIFIL’s support for the Lebanese Army in their redeployment.
In “News from UNIFIL #12”, UNIFIL Spokesperson Andrea Tenenti reaffirms the mission’s commitment to supporting the Lebanese Armed Forces in their redeployment and ensuring south Lebanon is free of unauthorized weapons. The episode highlights UNIFIL’s recent efforts, including clearing roadblocks, assisting displaced civilians, and other humanitarian support.
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<p>UNIFIL is striving to support the Lebanese Armed Forces, its strategic partner, through the unprecedented crises as a result of the global COVID-19 pandemic and the socio-economic situation. Recently, the medical facility within the main Lebanese Armed Forces barracks in Tyre was refurbished with the support of UNIFIL’s Italian Battalion.</p>
<p style="text-align:start; margin-bottom:10px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:15.546667098999023px"><span style="font-family:Calibri, sans-serif"><span style="color:#000000"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="font-weight:normal"><span style="white-space:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none"><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-size:12pt"><span style="line-height:16.959999084472656px">Due to the </span></span><span lang="EN-GB" style="font-size:12pt"><span style="line-height:16.959999084472656px">unprecedented crisis represented by the compounded effect of the global COVID-19 pandemic and the socio-economic crises experienced by Lebanon, UNIFIL extended a helping hand to the Lebanese Red Cross. </span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
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<p>Tripartite meetings are very sensitive meetings, so discreet that no recordings are allowed to be made of them. They are the only forum where representatives of the two parties, Lebanon and Israel, who are technically at war, regularly meet face-to-face for indirect talks. In this radio episode, you will find out more about UNIFIL’s unique Tripartite forum.</p>
<p>Since the first United Nations naval peacekeeping force in history was deployed in 2006, UNIFIL’s Maritime Task Force has been providing all possible support to the Lebanese Navy not only in monitoring the Lebanese territorial waters but also in enhancing the navy’s own capabilities. The results of such cooperation are remarkable.</p>
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<p>According to UNIFIL Head of Mission and Force Commander, Major-General Stefano Del Col, each young peacekeeper makes a crucial contribution to international peace and security. Each young peacekeeper brings energy and hope to their mission, values we can never have in short supply in this difficult job. In this radio episode, we will introduce to you two young peacekeepers serving within UNIFIL in south Lebanon.</p>
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<p>Recently UNIFIL handed over one of its positions, near the village of At Tiri, to the Lebanese Armed Forces. This will help support LAF in its deployment in the south, which is crucial to maintaining peace and stability in the region.</p>
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