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Lebanese Army
5 days ago
- Politics
- Lebanese Army
Engineering Survey of a Minefield and Removal of Earthen Berm and Obstacles in the Outskirts of Meis El Jabal
Friday, 20 June 2025 As part of ongoing efforts to monitor the situation in the south and address Israeli violations, a LAF unit, in coordination with the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL), conducted an engineering survey of a minefield planted by the Israeli enemy in the outskirts of Meis El Jabal – Marjaayoun. The unit also removed an earthen berm and other engineering obstacles previously installed by the enemy.
New Straits Times
14-06-2025
- General
- New Straits Times
Malaysian peacekeepers in Lebanon help contain bushfire
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysian peacekeepers serving under the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (Unifil) helped contain a forest fire near the Tibnine Country Club in the south of the country yesterday. Malbatt 850-12 personnel stationed at Camp Tibnine, spotted thick smoke rising from the nearby forest at 2.08pm local time. "The soldier immediately alerted the operations centre, prompting the rapid deployment of a team to the scene with approval from the commander. "Upon arrival, the peacekeepers sprang into action, carrying out initial firefighting efforts while coordinating with Lebanese civil firefighters who were also at the location," the armed forces Joint Force Headquarters said in a social media post. It added that a UN water bowser was also deployed to support the local fire brigade. "Their swift intervention, along with the effective cooperation between Malbatt and the local authorities, ensured the fire was fully brought under control. No injuries or damage to property were reported," it said. "Their quick and efficient actions have helped reinforce trust and confidence among the local community," the armed force added. Malbatt 850-12, lead by Colonel Johan Effendi Mohd Shalleh, comprises 854 personnel: 82 officers and 772 other ranks from Malaysia and three officers and 27 personnel from the Royal Brunei Armed Forces.
Al Manar
12-06-2025
- Politics
- Al Manar
Israeli Drone Attack Targets South Lebanon Town
The Israeli enemy continued on Thursday its continuous violations of the Lebanese sovereignty and the ceasefire agreement based on the UN Resolution 1701. In this regard, a Zionist drone attack on a motorcycle in Deir Siryan town, South Lebanon, left one injury. Meanwhile, the Lebanese Army announced that one of its units , in coordination with the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL), removed a number of earthen barriers and reopened roads in the outskirts of the town of Shebaa-Hasbaya, which the Israeli enemy had previously closed. The Army indicated that the move took place on June 12, 2025, as part of its efforts to monitor the situation in the south and eliminate Israeli violations. بتاريخ ١٢ / ٦ / ٢٠٢٥، ضمن إطار متابعة الوضع في الجنوب وإزالة خروقات العدو الإسرائيلي، عملت وحدة من الجيش بالتنسيق مع قوة الأمم المتحدة المؤقتة في لبنان – اليونيفيل على إزالة عدد من السواتر الترابية وإعادة فتح طرقات في خراج بلدة شبعا – حاصبيا، كان العدو الإسرائيلي قد أغلقها في وقت… — الجيش اللبناني (@LebarmyOfficial) June 12, 2025
Yahoo
10-06-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Peacekeeper patrol attacked in south Lebanon, UN says
The United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) reported Tuesday that peacekeepers were attacked while on a planned patrol coordinated with the Lebanese Army in southern Lebanon. According to a UNIFIL statement, the peacekeepers were confronted by a group of civilians who attempted to block the patrol using aggressive tactics, including throwing stones. One peacekeeper was assaulted, though no injuries were reported. UNIFIL personnel responded with non-lethal measures to ensure the safety of both the patrol members and civilians present, the statement said. "Freedom of movement is a fundamental requirement for UNIFIL's mandate, which includes the ability to operate independently and impartially, as outlined in UN Security Council Resolution 1701," the mission emphasized. "Any restriction of this freedom, whether during joint or independent operations, constitutes a violation of the resolution." Security sources said the attackers were believed to be supporters of Hezbollah, the Iran-backed political and militant group. Most residents of southern Lebanon are considered either members or sympathizers of Hezbollah, though some remain opposed to the group and its Iranian allies. Experts warn that recurring incidents like these could prompt changes to UNIFIL's mandate, which is up for renewal in two months. UNIFIL's mission is to reduce tensions between Israel and Hezbollah along the Blue Line, which marks the de facto border between Israel and Lebanon. The peacekeepers are tasked with supporting the Lebanese Armed Forces and ensuring their unimpeded access to southern Lebanon, a region previously dominated by Hezbollah.
MTV Lebanon
10-06-2025
- Politics
- MTV Lebanon
10 Jun 2025 16:33 PM Salam Condemns Repeated Attacks on UNIFIL
Prime Minister Nawaf Salam strongly condemned the repeated attacks on the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL), describing them as a serious threat to the security and stability of southern Lebanon and its residents. He emphasized that such actions undermine the national interest. Prime Minister Salam reaffirmed Lebanon's commitment to renewing the UNIFIL mandate to ensure continued implementation of UN Security Council Resolution 1701, which is crucial for maintaining peace and stability along the southern border. Salam also called on the relevant authorities to take immediate action to stop the perpetrators targeting the international peacekeeping forces and to refer them to the competent judiciary for prosecution.
