The UN peacekeeping mission in Lebanon (UNIFIL) says it’s seriously concerned over the Israeli demand for civilians to evacuate from their homes to north of the Litani river.
The mission also observed new rounds of rockets and missiles from Lebanese territory into Israel in violation of Security Council resolution 1701.
UNIFIL reiterated its call for all combatants to exercise maximum restraint “and redouble efforts to prevent the current situation from spiraling out of control.”
Peacekeepers observed Israeli troops and activities in multiple locations inside southern Lebanon: “while Israeli airstrikes and other air activities continue.”
These not only violate resolution 1701 – which ended hostilities in 2006 between Israel and Hezbollah militants – but also Lebanon’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.
UNIFIL peacekeepers will remain on the ground and on task in south Lebanon and along the Blue Line of separation.
“Given the complexity of the situation, they have adapted their activities in support of resolution 1701, including, where possible, facilitation of humanitarian support and protection of civilians,” the mission said.
