UNIFIL has helped stabilize southern Lebanon and prevent open war, but its structural limits mirror broader UN peacekeeping struggles, containing conflict without resolving its root causes.
The Beiruter
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<p>UNIFIL’s role in Lebanon hangs in the balance as Security Council weighs renewal.<br /></p>
Peace comes at a price: UNIFIL awaits Security Council decision
As the U.N. Security Council debates whether to renew or scale back UNIFIL, the mission’s future hangs in the balance, with officials stressing its vital role in supporting the Lebanese army, maintaining stability in the south, and preventing a dangerous security vacuum.August 28, 2025 -
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