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The International Day of UN Peacekeepers, observed globally on 29 May , offers a chance to pay tribute to the uniformed and civilian personnel’s invaluable contribution to the work of the Organization and to honour more than 3,900 peacekeepers who have lost their lives serving under the UN flag since 1948. Recently, Lebanese Prime Minister Hassan Diab visited UNIFIL Headquarters and applauded UNIFIL peacekeepers for the crucial work they have…
Maintaining calm and stability in the UNIFIL area of operations in south Lebanon has always been of paramount importance for the Mission as a whole and for each of the Mission’s 45 contingents. The Spanish battalion is no exception. Even in the current challenging times caused by COVID-19 corona virus pandemic, they are putting a lot of efforts towards this end retaining their operational activities at the same level as before. However, the way…
Soon after the outbreak of Corona virus infection, UNIFIL Head of Mission and Force Commander Major General Stefano Del Col said that “business-as-usual cannot be the norm of the day.” What kind of new normality is being born these days? How the unprecedented situation caused by COVID-19 has affected UNIFIL’s daily life and operational activities? UNIFIL Radio will be talking about it with Craig Goodwin, the head of the UNIFIL Crisis Working…
From the beginning of the current crisis UNIFIL Head of Mission and Force Commander Major General Stefano Del Col instructed to divert the use of funds from some projects to provide support to the local communities in the common fight against COVID-19 corona virus. Recently such help, comprising masks, gloves, hand sanitizers, other personal protective equipment, and chlorine solution, was given to Marjayoun Caza municipality and Lebanese state…
The fury of the virus illustrates the folly of war. Echoing the call of the UN chief for global ceasefire in the midst of COVID19 pandemic and in accordance with the UN Security Council resolution 1701, UNIFIL has reiterated its call for Lebanon and Israel to support a permanent ceasefire and a long-term solution to the conflict. Here is the link to full story in SoundCloud.
In the face of global COVID-19 Coronavirus pandemic, UNIFIL Head of Mission and Force Commander Major General Stefano Del Col says business-as-usual cannot be the norm of the day and the unprecedented situation warrants exceptional measures. Here is the link to full story in SoundCloud.
The mere presence of over 11,000 peacekeepers – including the Mission’s both military and civilian peacekeepers – and thousands of the Lebanese Armed Forces officers and soldiers, deployed in south Lebanon under the Security Council Resolution 1701, has enhanced the safety in the area, giving the local people an opportunity to live a normal life. It’s not a small feat – especially in an area beset by cycles of conflicts until 2006. In our story…
UNIFIL attaches great importance to its relations with the population it serves. There are several facets to this relationship: from informing the people of south Lebanon about UNIFIL’s mandate and activities to providing or facilitating humanitarian assistance to the extent possible. UNIFIL radio recently joined Indian peacekeepers as they set out to offer veterinary assistance to local farmers in south-eastern Lebanon. More details about their…
Providing assistance to the Lebanese Armed Forces in building their capacity lies at the core of UN Security Council Resolution 1701. Following the letter and spirit of the document, UNIFIL peacekeepers from Italy, the Republic of Korea and Malaysia recently offered a 5-day long training to around 70 Lebanese Army personnel. Here is the link to full story in SoundCloud.
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<p style="text-align:start">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.</p>
<p style="text-align:start">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.</p>
<p style="text-align:start"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="white-space:normal"><span style="-webkit-tap-highlight-color:rgba(26, 26, 26, 0.3)"><span style="text-decoration:none"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="color:#212121"><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust:100%">In this radio episode, UNIFIL Deputy Spokesperson Kandice Ardiel comments on recent IDF violations of Resolution 1701 and the Israeli withdrawal from Naqoura, emphasizing UNIFIL’s efforts to stabilize south Lebanon. The episode also highlights humanitarian aid by UNIFIL contingents, including solar energy project by Polish peacekeepers, water supplies from Ghanaian peacekeepers, and support for returnees in Abbasiyeh by Korean peacekeepers.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Aptos,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">In this “News from UNIFIL” episode, UNIFIL Deputy Spokesperson Kandice Ardiel explains how the mission is coordinating with the Lebanese Armed Forces and Israeli Defense Forces to support the return of peace and stability to south Lebanon. The story also highlights key initiatives by peacekeepers to assist local communities, including donations to municipalities, and villages.</span></span></span></p>
<p style="text-align:start"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="color:#212121"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="white-space:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none"><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="line-height:1.2">In this episode, Spokesperson Andrea Tenenti highlights UNIFIL’s ongoing support to local communities following the 27 November cessation of hostilities agreement. Colonel Saujanya Rana says Civil Military Cooperation teams increased outreach activities. Italian peacekeepers donate medical supplies and a 4x4 vehicle to the Tyre Red Cross, and Indian peacekeepers deliver vital healthcare in El Meri.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p style="text-align:start"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="color:#212121"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="white-space:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none"><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="line-height:1.2">In “News from UNIFIL” - Episode 7, Spokesperson Andrea Tenenti clarifies UNIFIL’s role under Resolution 1701. Italian and Republic of Korea peacekeepers provide essential aid to displaced communities and returnees in south Lebanon, and other news.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p style="text-align:start"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="color:#212121"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="white-space:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">In this episode of “News from UNIFIL”, Spokesperson Andrea Tenenti highlights the mission’s continued commitment to the implementation of Security Council Resolution 1701. We will also shed light on UNIFIL’s community support efforts: trauma-relief workshops for displaced children in Tyre, vital road repairs in south-eastern Lebanon, and water deliveries to Rmeish during the recent crisis.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p style="text-align:start"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="color:#212121"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="white-space:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none">In Episode # 5 of “News from UNIFIL”, you can hear UNIFIL Spokesperson Andrea Tenenti’s remarks at a UN briefing in Geneva on the mission’s efforts amid escalating tensions. The episode also covers a solemn ceremony in Beirut to pay tribute to French peacekeeper, Sergeant Fany Claudin, who tragically lost her life, in addition to UNIFIL’s medical assistance to Tibnin Public Hospital.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
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<p style="text-align:start"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="color:#212121"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="white-space:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="line-height:1.2">In this “News from UNIFIL” radio piece, we highlight UN Under-Secretary-General Jean-Pierre Lacroix’s reaffirmation of Security Council Resolution 1701 as the cornerstone for peace between Lebanon and Israel during his recent visit to Lebanon. The episode also covers UNIFIL’s humanitarian efforts amid the escalation in the conflict, including evacuations and community support, and the work of the Chinese peacekeepers in clearing unexploded ordnances to ensure safety in south Lebanon.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
<p style="text-align:start"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="color:#212121"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="white-space:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none"><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="line-height:1.2">In this News from UNIFIL episode, Deputy Spokesperson Kandice Ardiel reaffirms that UNIFIL peacekeepers will not vacate their positions near the Blue Line despite recent pressures. The episode also highlights UNIFIL’s crucial Liaison and Coordination mechanism, which has facilitated over 1,800 activities amid escalating tensions, and the mission’s support to communities in the south, with peacekeepers providing essential medical aid to displaced people.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
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<p style="text-align:start"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:Aptos, sans-serif"><span style="color:#212121"><span style="font-style:normal"><span style="font-weight:400"><span style="white-space:normal"><span style="text-decoration:none"><span style="font-size:14pt"><span style="line-height:1.2">In this “News from UNIFIL” episode, UNIFIL Deputy Spokesperson Kandice Ardiel outlines the challenges UNIFILfaces, including limited commitment from Lebanon and Israel to implement Resolution 1701. The episode also covers recent medical supply donation to Kleyaa village, and ongoing road rehabilitation by peacekeepers to allow movements of UNIFIL troops as well as civilians in the area.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></p>
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<p>In this “News from UNIFIL” radio story, UNIFIL Deputy Spokesperson Kandice Ardiel speaks about United Nations Security Council Resolution 1701 and the obstacles the mission has faced in implementing it over the last 18 years, UNIFIL publishes a video interview with the two Indonesian peacekeepers who were injured on October 10, UNIFIL’s evacuation of two elderly residents from Al-Qawzah, and other news.</p>
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UNIFIL Head of Mission and Force Commander Major-General Aroldo Lazaro paid tribute to the bravery and commitment of those served and serving peace at the ceremony held at the Naqoura headquarters on occasion of the…
UNIFIL supports the community and Lebanese governmental institutions, especially during the unprecedented economic crisis the country is facing. Recently, the Lebanese Civil Defense regional training center for the Nabatieh…
Past military conflicts have left south Lebanon with many unexploded mines, bombs, and other ordinances. Lands around Meis El Jabal village close to the Blue Line were especially heavily affected. The situation has been…
The demand for solar power projects has increased rapidly in the last two years due to the economic crisis in Lebanon. Recently, UNIFIL’s Finnish contingent in cooperation with the municipality of Bani Hayan village…
Sergeant Major Stan Hurley from UNIFIL’s Irish contingent first came to Lebanon in 1983. Since then, he has served as a peacekeeper in many other places, but over the years he kept returning to Lebanon. This current and final…
UNIFIL’s Nepalese peacekeepers, in cooperation with the local authorities, funded a major agricultural and public garden project in the village of Blida. The project, built in an open field close to the Blue Line, comprises…
Women have made enormous contributions in peacekeeping. Among UNIFIL’s 10,000 soldiers there are many women in uniform leading patrols, working with local communities, removing landmines, and providing medical care, among…