Diplomacy · Intl
UN says wants Lebanon stability as end of peacekeepers' mandate looms
Bilge Kotan · Middle East Eye
Published 15 Oct 2026, 3:18 am·1 h ago·1 min read
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UN says wants Lebanon stability as end of peacekeepers' mandate looms A visiting senior United Nations official on Wednesday reaffirmed the body's commitment to stability in Lebanon as the mandate of its peacekeeping force in the country is set to expire this year. Under-Secretary-General for Peace Operations Jean-Pierre Lacroix met officials as well as representatives of countries contributing to the UN Interim Force in Lebanon (Unifil), which counts some 7,500 personnel from nearly 50 countries. "I thanked them for their critical support to UNIFIL and reiterated the UNs strong commitment to…
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