Archive · 19 Aug 2025
UN Debates Future of Peacekeeping Force in Lebanon
The UN is talking about what to do with its peacekeeping force in Lebanon.
This force, called UNIFIL, helps keep the peace on the border with Israel.
France wants the UN to think about eventually leaving, but the US wants to keep the force there for at least another year.
The UNIFIL's job is to help the Lebanese army keep the peace.
This has caused tension with Hezbollah, a powerful group in Lebanon.
The UN is also asking other countries to give the Lebanese army more help.
UN Security Council discussed extending the UNIFIL peacekeeping mission in Lebanon.
A French draft resolution suggests a potential UNIFIL withdrawal.
The U.S. indicated its preference for a one-year extension.
UNIFIL's current mandate expires August 31.
UNIFIL helps the Lebanese army maintain security in southern Lebanon.
- Who
- United Nations Security Council, U.S., France, UNIFIL, Lebanese army, Hezbollah.
- What
- UN Security Council is discussing the future of the UNIFIL peacekeeping mission in Lebanon.
- When
- Negotiations started Monday; current mandate expires August 31.
- Where
- United Nations Security Council; Lebanon.
- Why
- To determine the future of the UN peacekeeping mission in Lebanon.
Hezbollah
Lebanese Army
Control of Southern Lebanon
Hezbollah
Hezbollah controls Southern Lebanon
Lebanese Army
Lebanese army maintains security in Southern Lebanon with UNIFIL assistance
- Mission Name
- UNIFIL
- Location
- Lebanon
- Key Players
- UN Security Council, U.S., France
- Mandate Expiration
- August 31
- Mission Goal
- Peacekeeping and assisting the Lebanese army