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On the ground with UN peacekeepers as Lebanon-Israel mission nears its end

On the ground with UN peacekeepers as Lebanon-Israel mission nears its end

Summary

The United Nations peacekeeping mission in southern Lebanon is ending after 48 years. This withdrawal happens while the Israeli military still controls about 6% of Lebanon’s land in that area.

Key Facts

  • The UN peacekeeping mission in southern Lebanon has lasted 48 years.
  • The mission is now close to ending its official work.
  • The Israeli military controls roughly 6% of southern Lebanon’s territory.
  • Journalists Simona Foltyn and Adrian Hartrick got rare access to the peacekeepers.
  • They traveled south of Israel’s "yellow line," a boundary area.
  • The mission has worked to keep peace between Lebanon and Israel during its time.
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