The UN Interim Force in Lebanon, UNIFIL, has operated since the late 1970s, tasked with monitoring the demilitarisation of the south of the country, supporting the Lebanese army, and ensuring that humanitarian aid reaches civilians in need.
Every year, the mandate has to be renewed by the Security Council, but powerful voices have been raised against extending it, which could spell either its closure, or lead to budget cuts that reduce its ability to operate effectively.
With the Security Council deadline just a few days away, Nancy Sarkis from UN News spoke to Andrea Tenenti, UNIFIL’s long-time spokesperson, and began by asking him to explain why it’s still needed.
Audio: Nancy Sarkis
Photo: UNIFIL

Closing down UN peacekeeping force in Lebanon ‘would create a vacuum for stability in the region’

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Closing down UN peacekeeping force in Lebanon ‘would create a vacuum for stability in the region’

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