China urges reversal of UNIFIL departure from Lebanon as conflict escalates
Summary
China’s ambassador to the United Nations, Fu Cong, called for a review of the decision to end the UN peacekeeping mission in Lebanon, known as UNIFIL. He expressed concern about ongoing conflict and urged Israel to stop attacks on Lebanon.Key Facts
- China wants the UN Security Council to reconsider ending UNIFIL’s mission in Lebanon.
- UNIFIL was created after Israel’s 1978 invasion and expanded after the 2006 war with Hezbollah.
- The Security Council decided last year to withdraw UNIFIL peacekeepers by December 2026.
- Since March 2, Israeli attacks on Lebanon have killed over 2,600 people and displaced more than one million.
- At least six UNIFIL peacekeepers have died and many have been injured during recent fighting.
- UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres condemned attacks on UN peacekeepers carrying out safety tasks.
- China is waiting for a UN report in June before deciding its official position.
- China’s ambassador said most Security Council members agree UNIFIL should not withdraw now.
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