News for UNIFIL UN Security Council extends mandate of Lebanon peacekeeping forceFrench-drafted resolution reduces the troop ceiling for the UNIFIL from 15,000 to 13,000. Israel demands Security Council strengthen UNIFIL's mandateErdan: There is no justification for having an ineffective force operate in territory which Hezbollah is using to arm itself.Israel demands reform of UNIFIL force on Lebanon borderAs UNIFIL's mandate is set to expire, Israel demands reform, accusing Hezbollah of limiting force's activities in Lebanon. Israel supports UNIFIL ability to effectively carry out mission'Resolution 1701 was designed to prevent Hezbollah and its Iranian masters from turning southern Lebanon into a hotbed of terror.'UNIFIL to investigate attempted attack from LebanonUNIFIL says it is conducting an investigation to determine 'facts and circumstances.' 12 diplomats and foreign ambassadors tour northern borderIDF and Foreign Ministry host 12 diplomats and ambassadors on a tour of Israel’s northern border ahead of renewal of UNIFIL mandate. 'A message to the Lebanese government - restrain Hezbollah'UN extends mandate of UNIFIL peacekeeping force in Lebanon for another year. UN says 3rd Hezbollah tunnel crossed into IsraelUNIFIL says 3 of 6 tunnels dug by Lebanese terrorist group Hezbollah known to have crossed into Israel in violation of UN Resolution 1701. UNIFIL: Hezbollah tunnels penetrated IsraelUN force in Lebanon confirms Israeli accusations against Hezbollah over attack tunnels dug into Israel. IDF chief urges UN to destroy Hezbollah terror tunnelsChief of Staff Gadi Eisenkot meets with head of UN force in southern Lebanon following discovery of Hezbollah terror tunnels. UN peacekeepers confirm existence of tunnel near Lebanon borderUNIFIL confirms the presence of a tunnel in northern Israel near the Lebanese border. UNIFIL head visits Hezbollah terror tunnelIDF Northern Command demands UNIFIL act to dismantle Hezbollah tunnels on Lebanese side of the border. IDF protests tunnel in meeting with UNIFIL, Lebanese forcesIDF slams 'severe violation of Israeli sovereignty' in trilateral meeting, after discovery of tunnel crossing into Israel from Lebanon. UN extends mandate of south Lebanon peacekeepersSecurity Council extends UNIFIL mandate until August 31, 2019, warns against violations of Israel-Lebanon ceasefire.Foreign Ministry calls for 'determined action' by UNIFILForeign Ministry welcomes resolution renewing UNIFIL's mandate on the Lebanese border. Victory for Israel in the Security CouncilUN Security Council approves resolution requiring UNIFIL to take action against Hezbollah. Watch: How does Hezbollah violate UN Resolution 1701?New video explains how the Lebanese terror group is violating UN resolution 1701. UN Ambassador: UNIFIL must end Hezbollah's security violationsIsraeli UN Ambassador Danon calls on UN to deal with security threats created by Hezbollah in Lebanon. Haley: UNIFIL shows 'lack of understanding'U.S. Ambassador calls for inspections of Iranian military bases, says UN forces in Lebanon turn blind eye to Iran’s arming of Hezbollah. Haley: UN should investigate Hezbollah violations in LebanonU.S ambassador to the UN urges peacekeepers in southern Lebanon to take on an expanded mission. Danon: Time for UNIFL to fulfill its mandateUN Ambassador responds to UN's rejecting proof that Hezbollah terrorists operate along the border under the cover of an environmental NGO. UN rejects Israeli claims of Hezbollah posing as NGOUN disputes Israeli proof that Hezbollah terrorists operate along the border under the cover of an environmental NGO. An unusual confrontation in front of Ambassador Nikki HaleyUNIFIL commander tells US UN Ambassador that situation with Hezbollah is calm, Israeli general responds that UNIFIL does not do its job. Danon: Expel Hezbollah from southern LebanonAs Security Council renews UNIFIL's mandate, Israeli Ambassador calls to expel Hezbollah from the area. Report: Israel's northern border violated dailyNew report shows 2,374 violations of Israel-Lebanon Security Council resolution in 2015. Danon: UN giving Hezbollah free pass. UN urges 'restraint' following border incidentUNIFIL urges both Israel and Lebanon to exercise restraint after Hezbollah detonates explosive near IDF soldiers in the north. UN chief condemns rocket fire on northern IsraelUN Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon notes that rocket fire on northern Israel was a violation of resolution that ended Second Lebanon War.UN hands over 'Israeli spy' to LebanonLebanon demands local staffer who worked with UNIFIL for 20 years on claims of 'espionage,' UN HQ gives the green light to abandon him. Israel Confirms IDF Fire Killed Spanish SoldierUNIFIL peacekeeper killed in gunbattle with Hezbollah died from Israeli fire, security source says; IDF working to avoid future incidents. Spanish Peacekeepers Accuse IDF of Targeting ThemConfidential Spanish military report into death of soldier during IDF-Hezbollah clashes cites troops claiming their post was targeted. Report: Hezbollah Antitank Attack Was PreventableInitial investigation reveals that Military Intelligence warned the Northern Command about retaliatory attack which killed 2 soldiers. 'Israeli Blood is Cheap' in UN Security CouncilUN ignores deaths of IDF soldiers completely in condemnation of Hezbollah missile attack, sparking outrage from Israeli officials. Livni Misinformed, Ill-advised and a Danger to IsraelAs the Wall Street Journal noted: “Israel has nothing to show for its 1701 Resolution”, so why is Livni touting it as her great "achievement"? Spain and Israel to Investigate Death of SoldierSpain and Israel agree to carry out a joint investigation into the death of a Spanish UN peacekeeper who was killed in Lebanon. Israel to UN: We Will Not Stand By when AttackedSecurity Council conducts a discussion of the attack on IDF troops in which a Spanish peacekeeper was killed as well.Spain: Israel Responsible for Death of PeacekeeperSpain says Israeli fire killed a Spanish UN peacekeeper in south Lebanon, calls to investigate the violence. After Killing 2 Soldiers, Hezbollah Calls for CalmHezbollah sent a message Wednesday night that it was not seeking to increase tensions with Israel. Israel Slams 'Unprovoked Aggression' by HezbollahHezbollah attack along Lebanon border a 'blatant breach of Israel's sovereignty', says IDF; UN urges 'restraint'. Two Rockets Strike Upper GalileeIDF, UNIFIL sweeping southern Lebanon for rocket launchers after sirens sound, explosions heard near Kiryat Shmona. Nasrallah Supports Hamas in 'Resistance'Hezbollah leader backs 'Palestinian resistance' against Israel's self-defense operation, encourages 'intifada.' IDF Warns Lebanon 'You Pay If Hezbollah Strikes'IDF reportedly sends warning through UNIFIL, tells Lebanese government it will be targeted if Hezbollah carries out threat.Report: IDF Dismantles 'Spy Device'Lebanese media outlet claims UNIFIL found the Israeli 'spy device' on the Israel-Lebanon border. The IDF remains mum. UNIFIL to Israel, Lebanon: 'Maximum Restraint'UN monitoring force on the Israel-Lebanese border responds to rocket attack, urges cease fire during investigation of incident.UNIFIL Says Border Slaying an 'Isolated Incident'Following meeting with Israeli, Lebanese army commanders, Major General Paolo Serra says blames shooting on lone gunman. Lebanon: Israel Launched a 'Cyberwar' Against UsLebanese parliamentary committee claims Israeli spying devices have infiltrated UNIFIL and army networks.Turkey Pulls Troops from Lebanon After KidnappingUN, Turkish sources deny the withdrawal is related to the kidnap of two Turkish pilots on Friday.Nepalese UNIFIL Unit Redeploys to GolanUN officials say Nepal is withdrawing some of its troops from its contingent to Lebanon, and instead sending them to the Golan Heights.UNIFIL: Hizbullah Replacing Lebanese TroopsThe number of Lebanese troops along the border with Israel has decreased and Hizbullah is taking over, warns UNIFIL. Israeli Citizen Enters Lebanon, Detained by ArmyAn Israeli citizen entered Lebanon and was arrested by the Lebanese army. He will be returned after being interrogated. Report: Israeli Subs Spotted Off Lebanese CoastIsraeli submarines have allegedly been spotted cruising off the coast of Lebanon between Sidon and Nakura. IDF Conducts 'Lebanon Attack' DrillIDF forces deployed at the construction site of the wall Israel is building on the Blue Line to test its response to a possible attack there Lebanese Navy Aiding IDFAccording to IDF naval officials, their counterparts in Beirut are aiding in turning ships away from Israel's waters.France Downsizing UNIFIL ContingentFrance is pulling 400 troops from its 1400 strong UNIFIL contingent as the force faces restructuring to become 'lighter and more effective' EU Appoints New Mideast EnvoyThe European Union has appointed a new Middle East envoy; Andreas Reinicke, Germany’s ambassador to Syria. Hizbullah Rejects UN Demand to DisarmHizbullah chief Hassan Nasrallah rejected a call by United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon for his terrorist organization to disarm. Sleiman Condemns Terror Attacks on Israel, UNIFILPresident Michel Sleiman of Lebanon breaks ranks and blames terrorists for recent attacks on Israel and UNIFILUNIFIL Mandate ExtendedThe UN Security Council voted to extend the UNIFIL mandate, but warned "events in the region" could impact its operations in the future. |
