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UNIFIL Reports Israeli Land Incursion Plans, Urges Adherence to Resolution 1701

Oct 6, 2024, 05:58 PM

UNIFIL, the United Nations peacekeeping force in Lebanon, has expressed deep concern over recent activities by the Israeli military near their positions inside Lebanese territory. The force reported that Israel has notified them of its intention to conduct a land incursion into Lebanon. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) are conducting operations adjacent to UNIFIL positions, particularly near position 6-52 southeast of Marun ar Ras in Sector West. UNIFIL described these developments as 'extremely dangerous' and stated that compromising the safety of UN peacekeepers carrying out their Security Council-mandated tasks is unacceptable. The mission emphasized the necessity for all parties to adhere to UN Resolution 1701 as the sole path to reestablish stability in the region.