Arabic version: فرنسا وإيطاليا تقترحان ائتلافًا ليحل محل اليونيفيل في لبنان

French President Emmanuel Macron announced that France and Italy are seeking to establish a multinational coalition aimed at succeeding the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL). This coalition is intended to enhance stability and security in the region.

The proposal comes as the UNIFIL mandate is under review, and discussions are ongoing regarding the future of peacekeeping forces in Lebanon. Macron emphasized the need for a new arrangement that would better address the evolving challenges faced in the country.

According to LBC, the initiative reflects a growing recognition of the complexities in Lebanon and the necessity for international cooperation to ensure lasting peace.

Details on the structure and operational framework of this proposed coalition have yet to be released, but both France and Italy are committed to working closely with other nations to facilitate its establishment.