UNIFIL

Lebanon's Aoun seeks extension of UNIFIL mandate, despite failure to prevent Hezbollah activity

Despite Aoun’s support for the UN peacekeeping forces, UNIFIL has long been criticized for failing to take action against Hezbollah’s military buildup in southern Lebanon.

UNIFIL vehicles drive in southern Lebanon, October 11, 2024; illustrative.
An Israeli military vehicle displaying an Israeli flag in southern Lebanon. August 16, 2026.

Israeli flags on Lebanon highway violate UN resolution, UNIFIL says

People gather on a crowded beach in Gaza City in July.

Stop living in la-la land: Only the IDF can curb Israel’s enemies – opinion

A member of the Lebanese army sits on a military vehicle in Zawtar al-Gharbiyeh, after the withdrawal of Israeli forces under a US-mediated plan, in southern Lebanon, July 26, 2026.

Israel, Lebanon, US weigh who will verify Hezbollah disarmament after negotiations in Rome


Can Israel trust Lebanon's army to fulfill its duties after withdrawal? - analysis

The IDF will stay in five small strategic locations. The US supports this decision. However, it is unclear how this will work.

 Member of the Lebanese army stands at the entrance of Deir Mimas, Southern Lebanon, February 17, 2025

UNIFIL commander injured after convoy attacked by Hezbollah supporters on route to Beirut Airport

Protestors claimed their goal was to secure the return of citizens stranded in Iran and block external influences on the Lebanese government.

 Lt.-Gen. Arlodo Lazaro, chief UNIFIL force commander, in front of Rafik Hariri international Airport, Beirut (illustrative).

Lebanese army chief exposed for leaking secrets to Hezbollah during ceasefire

Southern Lebanon military intelligence head Suhil Bahij Gharb reportedly handed Hezbollah classified information from an international war room.

 Lebanese army members stand near rubble at a damaged site after the ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah, in the Lebanese village of Khiam, December 23, 2024.

Lebanon’s presidential election: Testing Hezbollah’s influence after losing to Israel - analysis

Lebanon is at a crossroads. This election offers a chance for the country to reclaim sovereignty, strengthen state institutions, and ensure significant foreign aid.

 US SPECIAL ENVOY Amos Hochstein (left) meets with Lebanese Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri in Beirut.

'Flagrant violation': UNIFIL claims IDF bulldozer destroyed a barrel, watchtower

"We call on all actors to avoid any actions, including the destruction of civilian property and infrastructure, that could jeopardize the cessation of hostilities," it continued. 

 UNIFIL PEACEKEEPERS look out at the Lebanese-Israeli border, from the roof of a watchtower ‏in the town of Marwahin, in southern Lebanon, on Saturday.

UNIFIL calls for IDF withdrawal from Lebanon, claims Israeli ceasefire violations

Israel and Hezbollah agreed to a US-brokered 60-day ceasefire that calls for a phased Israeli military pullout after more than a year of war.

 A Lebanese army soldier stands near UN peacekeepers (UNIFIL) vehicles in Marjayoun, near the border with Israel, amid ongoing hostilities between Hezbollah and Israeli forces, southern Lebanon October 29, 2024.

Is Lebanon’s government stepping up in Southern Lebanon? - analysis

“We look forward to long-term stability in the south through the army carrying out its duties in full cooperation with UNIFIL," said Lebanon's caretaker Prime Minister Najib Mikati.

 People carry Hezbollah flags at a damaged site in Beirut's southern suburbs, after a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah took effect, in Beirut, Lebanon November 27, 2024.

Lebanese army to increase deployment of soldiers to 10,000 troops in southern Lebanon

Earlier, the Lebanese Armed Forces said that it is preparing to deploy its forces to southern Lebanon, Reuters reported on Wednesday. 

 Civil defense members work as Lebanese army soldiers stand guard at the site of an Israeli strike in Beirut's Basta neighbourhood, amid the ongoing hostilities between Hezbollah and Israeli forces, Lebanon November 23, 2024.

After Hezbollah rocket strikes UNIFIL base, Lebanon condemns attack

"Lebanon strongly condemns any attack on UNIFIL and calls on all sides to respect the safety, security of the troops and their premises," Lebanese Foreign Minister said.

 UN peacekeepers (UNIFIL) vehicles drive in the Lebanese village of Wazzani near the border with Israel, southern Lebanon, July 6, 2023.

UNIFIL, IDF confirm Italian soldiers wounded by Hezbollah rockets

The military noted that Friday's attacks came after Hezbollah caused damage to the UNIFIL posts in Ramyeh and Chamaa on Tuesday.

 IDF infographic illustrating the Hezbollah rocket attack that struck a UNIFIL post in southern Lebanon. November 23, 2024.