United Nations Under-Secretary-General for Peace Operations Jean-Pierre Lacroix today (2 Aug) visited UNIFIL's western and eastern sector headquarters and emphasized the urgent need to restore stability to ensure the safety of peacekeepers and civilians near the Blue Line.

 

SOUNDBITE (English) Jean-Pierre Lacroix, Under-Secretary-General for Peace Operations, United Nations:
“The Security Council recognizes, just last week, the crucial role UNIFIL plays in pursuing de-escalation and stability across the Blue Line through its liaison activities, conducting patrols, and providing humanitarian access. Our cooperation with the Lebanese Armed Forces remains essential in implementing resolution 1701. UNIFIL's efforts are central in supporting a return to a cessation of hostilities in accordance to resolution 1701. We at the UN headquarters in New York will continue to do all we can to support you."

Lacroix met with UNIFIL peacekeepers and commended and thanked them for their dedication to peace in the region, highlighting their role in de-escalating tensions and supporting local communities.

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