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الكتائب اللبنانية
Europe worries over its troops beyond UNIFIL
As the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) prepares to withdraw from southern Lebanon, European countries, led by France, are seeking a new approach to ensure the continuation of international presence and prevent an security vacuum. Countries such as France, Italy, Germany, Norway, and Spain oppose the creation of a new multinational force with a clear mandate, especially one that could extend through Chapter VII of the United Nations Charter, aimed at protecting personnel and effectively carrying out missions. Relying on a strong mandate is seen as crucial to enhancing troop protection and achieving stability, particularly in light of repeated attacks against them, which raise internal and security concerns. The main issue remains ensuring that the transition from "UNIFIL" to alternative forces is aligned with efforts to establish the authority of the Lebanese state and to avoid a security gap that could threaten stability in the south.
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