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An armored vehicle belonging to the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) patrols the border area near Marjayoun in southern Lebanon on Aug. 8, 2024, amid cross-border clashes between Israeli forces and Hezbollah. (Credit: AFP) Add as preferred on Google BEIRUT — The United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) will begin reducing its personnel and withdrawing from Lebanon after its mandate expires on Dec. 31, 2026, the mission announced Thursday. Until then, peacekeepers from 45 countries will continue their daily operations across southern Lebanon, UNIFIL said in a statement."They will continue, in particular, to monitor the situation on the ground and report on developments, maintain liaison with the parties, support the Lebanese army, and facilitate humanitarian missions," the statement said.The mission said the U.N. Security Council was examining options for the period after its mandate ends, particularly regarding the monitoring and reporting of developments along the Blue Line, which separates Lebanon and Israel. "Decisions concerning any future arrangement... You have reached your article limit.Stay informed as events unfold across a region in flux.Subscribe for $0.5/month for the first 3 months. Subscribe now Log in This article is only available to L’Orient Today subscribers. Subscribe now Log in Create a free account to continue reading this article. You’ll also receive The Morning Brief, our must-read daily digest of Middle East news. Opt out anytime Email Address Password Email Address Password I would like to receive special offers from L'Orient Today as well as selections of the best articles. Register By creating an account, you agree to the terms and conditions of use and our privacy policy. Register Or register with: Facebook
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