UNCOVERED: Unifil - Caught on Camera

UN peacekeeping chief in Lebanon says smooth transition is critical before pull-out

UNIFIL must hand over its tasks to other UN agencies and Lebanese troops before the Security Council-ordered withdrawal at the end of 2026, even as more than half its posts lie in Israeli-controlled areas of southern Lebanon.

The Economic Times · Sep 19

Lebanon security talks in Paris focus on replacing UN mission

The leaders of France, Lebanon and Jordan on Thursday met in Paris to discuss international support for the cash-strapped Lebanese army and the creation of a new force to succeed a longstanding UN peacekeeping mission in southern Lebanon.

Radio France Internationale · Sep 17

Macron to host King Abdullah II and Lebanon's Aoun to discuss support for Lebanese Armed Forces

The Paris talks come as Lebanon is seeking international backing to strengthen its armed forces and prevent a security vacuum in the south of the country.

Euronews · Sep 17

India condemns attack on United Nations peacekeepers in Lebanon, calls for immediate investigation and accountability

India has strongly condemned an attack on United Nations peacekeepers in Lebanon. A Serbian Blue Helmet was killed and two others were injured. India is calling for a thorough investigation to bring those responsible to justice. The nation also stressed the importance of ensuring the safety of UN peacekeepers. This…

The Economic Times · Jun 5

UNIFIL peacekeeper killed and two others injured in shelling in southern Lebanon

The UN peacekeeping mission called attacks on peacekeepers 'grave violations of international humanitarian law' and has opened an investigation into the incident. It is unclear where the shelling originated from.

Euronews · Jun 4

Two Indian peacekeepers to be honoured posthumously on International Peacekeepers Day

Two Indian peacekeepers will be honored posthumously by the UN for their ultimate sacrifice. Major Abhilasha Barak of India will receive the Military Gender Advocate of the Year award. India is a significant contributor to UN peacekeeping missions. The UN commemorates peacekeepers annually on May 29. This year's theme is…

The Economic Times · May 28

Journalism has never been a more dangerous pursuit

Facts can be expensive in a dangerous world. I have covered some brutal wars during my three decades at the Guardian, but journalists are now actively targeted in a way I have never seen

The Guardian - UK · May 17

Israel hammers Lebanon with strikes, killing 22

Israeli airstrikes hit Lebanon hard, killing 22 people including children. These deadly raids occurred just before crucial talks between Lebanon and Israel in Washington. The violence has escalated significantly since a ceasefire was announced. Homes have been damaged and destroyed.

The Economic Times · May 14

Indonesian peacekeeper dies of wounds suffered in Lebanon last month, UNIFIL says

His death brings the number of peacekeepers killed since the start of the most recent war between Israel and Hezbollah on 2 March to six.

Euronews · Apr 24

UN 'working on' keeping presence in Lebanon after UNIFIL mandate expires in 2027

The United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon has served fulfilled peacekeeping duties between Israel and Lebanon since 1978 but finds itself caught in the crossfire between Israeli forces and Hezbollah.

Euronews · Apr 23