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LBCI
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- Politics
- LBCI
PM Salam says Lebanon formally requested United Nations to renew UNIFIL's mandate
Prime Minister Nawaf Salam met with a delegation from the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL), led by Force Commander Major General Diodato Abagnara, to discuss the security situation in South Lebanon and ongoing efforts to implement U.N. Security Council Resolution 1701. The talks focused on strengthening cooperation between UNIFIL and the Lebanese Army, particularly through increased coordination and joint operations aimed at stabilizing the volatile border region. The discussions also addressed emerging challenges facing the international peacekeeping mission amid escalating tensions in the south. Salam reiterated Lebanon's full commitment to Resolution 1701 and stressed the government's dedication to providing the necessary conditions for UNIFIL to carry out its mandate effectively. He also emphasized the importance of ensuring the safety and security of U.N. peacekeepers operating along the border. Salam confirmed that Lebanon has formally requested the United Nations to renew UNIFIL's mandate for an additional year, extending through August 31, 2026. The request aligns with the Lebanese government's decision issued on May 14, 2025. The prime minister underscored that lasting stability in South Lebanon remains impossible without Israel's complete withdrawal from Lebanese territory and a halt to its military violations.
Wall Street Journal
10-05-2025
- Business
- Wall Street Journal
Loosening Hezbollah's Grip on Lebanon Begins at the Airport
BEIRUT—Lebanon's only commercial airport sits in the heart of a densely populated area of southern Beirut largely controlled by Hezbollah. The militant group has for years used it as a smuggling channel and a lever to assert its dominance in the country. Now the country's new government, with U.S. support, is trying to take it back.
Emirates 24/7
08-02-2025
- Politics
- Emirates 24/7
Lebanon announces new government
Secretary-General of Lebanon's Council of MinistersMahmoud Makiya announced on Sunday the new government line up of 24 ministers. Lebanon's National News Agency reported that the President of the Republic, General Joseph Aoun, signed a decree accepting the resignation of Prime Minister Najib Mikati's government. He also signed another decree assigning Prime Minister Nawaf Salam to form the government. He then signed with the Prime Minister-designate the decree forming a government of 24 ministers. Follow Emirates 24|7 on Google News.
