Lebanese army needs more support to strengthen capacities: UN
Summary
The UN Under-Secretary-General for Peace Operations emphasized the ongoing need for increased resources and financial support to strengthen the Lebanese armed forces, particularly for securing Lebanon's southern border amid UNIFIL's mandate winding down.
Key Points
- The Lebanese armed forces need more resources and financial support to enhance their capabilities.
- Lebanese authorities acknowledge the importance of retaining some UNIFIL capacities temporarily.
- The Lebanese police and security forces require strong international community support.
- The UN commits to political and operational efforts to reduce tensions between Lebanon and Israel as UNIFIL winds down.
