What is UNIFIL? the UN mission in southern Lebanon explained
Summary
The United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) has been monitoring the border area between southern Lebanon and Israel since 1978. Its main job is to keep peace after conflicts, support the Lebanese army, and watch over ceasefire agreements, with over 7,500 peacekeepers deployed, but it does not have the power to fight.Key Facts
- UNIFIL was created in 1978 after Israel invaded southern Lebanon.
- It serves as a buffer force to prevent fighting between Israel and Lebanon.
- The mission’s size was increased after the 2006 war between Israel and Hezbollah.
- UNIFIL helps monitor ceasefire agreements between Israel and Lebanese groups.
- More than 7,500 UN peacekeepers are currently deployed with UNIFIL.
- UNIFIL supports the Lebanese army but cannot take military action itself.
- The mission operates along the border area in southern Lebanon.
- A recent attack killed a French peacekeeper, highlighting ongoing tensions.
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