UNIFIL
United Nations Interim Force In Lebanon

News from UNIFIL - Episode # 72

  • 01 May 2026

Despite reduced violence following the mid-April understanding, the situation in south Lebanon remains volatile. This episode highlights challenges faced by UNIFIL peacekeepers, including risks and movement restrictions, alongside ongoing humanitarian support to local hospitals and communities.

United Nations Interim Force In Lebanon

The UN Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) is a peacekeeping mission in south Lebanon. It was established by the Security Council in 1978 with Resolutions 425 and 426. In 2006, the Security Council strengthened UNIFIL’s mandate to monitor the cessation of hostilities, among other tasks.