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The Latest Breaking News from UNIFIL

Irish peacekeeping troops escape injury after Lebanon camp struck by rocket

Irish premier Simon Harris described the incident as ‘extremely serious’.

Evening Standard

UN peacekeeping mission in south Lebanon targeted 30 times in October

UNIFIL attributes 20 incidents to the Israeli military of which it says seven were ‘clearly deliberate’ attacks.

Al Jazeera

Biden's Advisers Work On Cease-Fire Deal Between Israel, Hezbollah

Efforts to broker a cease-fire between Israel and Hezbollah, replacing UNIFIL, amid ongoing tensions and military actions in the Middle East.

Top News

Israel’s ‘war’ against the UN

Little is new in Israel’s current conflict with the international community in Gaza and Lebanon.

Al Jazeera

Israel’s plan to ban Unrwa from accessing Gaza marks new low in its relations with UN

US only nation likely to be able to persuade Netanyahu to drop plan condemned by 123 member states

The Guardian - UK

Macron promises €100m for Lebanon at aid conference in Paris

France will provide a €100 million aid package to support Lebanon, French President Emmanuel Macron told an international conference Thursday in Paris.

Radio France Internationale

Paris conference aims to rally military and humanitarian support for Lebanon

France on Thursday hosts an international conference for Lebanon to rally military and humanitarian aid for the country where war between Hezbollah militants and Israel has displaced a million people, killed over 2,500 and deepened an economic crisis

The Independent UK

UK’s exports to Israel won’t be used to break international law, minister says

Anneliese Dodds told the Commons that ‘most licences’ for exports to Israel are not for the Israel Defence Forces (IDF).

Evening Standard

Israel attacks branches of Hezbollah-linked finance group in Lebanon

Bombardment in southern and eastern Lebanon comes as the Health Ministry reports at least six people were killed.

Al Jazeera

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The Guardian - AU

Blasts heard across Beirut after Israel warns it will hit Hezbollah-linked finance group

Hundreds evacuate after Israeli military says it will strike areas linked to Al-Qard Al-Hassan, a US-sanctioned banking system

The Guardian - UK

More than 100 people killed in latest Israeli bombings in Gaza, say medics

UN special coordinator says ‘nightmare in Gaza is intensifying’ and calls for immediate end to violence

Al Jazeera

Israel ‘demolished’ watchtower in latest attack on UN Lebanon peacekeepers

UNIFIL says Israeli forces ‘deliberately’ damaged one of its positions in southern Lebanon.

The Guardian - AU

Middle East crisis: UN special coordinator reports ‘widespread panic’ in Lebanon after evacuation orders– as it happened

This blog is closing now. You can read our full report on the latest Israeli attacks on Lebanon here and our report on the latest Israeli attacks on Gaza here.

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International Business Times

G7 Defence Ministers Concerned By Attacks On Peacekeepers, Vow Kyiv Support

G7 defence ministers on Saturday met against the backdrop of multiple ongoing military conflicts, expressing concern over escalation in Lebanon while pledging "unwavering support" for Ukraine.

Radio France Internationale

G7 defence ministers call for more aid to Gaza, pledge support to Ukraine

In their closing statement, G7 defence ministers reunited in Naples on Saturday voiced support for "significant and sustained increase" in humanitarian aid to Gaza as well as "unwavering" support for Ukraine.

The Guardian - UK

Hamas recognises death of leader Yahya Sinwar but vows to keep fighting

Deputy leader says group’s conditions for a ceasefire will be maintained, as Israel shows no sign of accepting them

Al Jazeera

Attacks on UN peacekeepers in Lebanon ‘unacceptable’, says Italy’s Meloni

In Beirut, Meloni and Lebanon’s PM Mikati urge ‘diplomatic solution’ as Hezbollah pledges new phase of war with Israel.

International Business Times

UN Force Says 'Widespread Destruction' In South Lebanon

Israel's escalating war against Hezbollah has caused widespread destruction of towns and villages in southern Lebanon, the UN peacekeeping force in the area said Friday.

The Independent UK

UN peacekeepers in southern Lebanon staying put despite Israeli warnings to move

A spokesman for forces in the U.N. peacekeeping mission in southern Lebanon says it is maintaining its positions despite warnings to move from the Israeli Defense Forces

The Conversation

World Update: how the Middle East conflict could escalate

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