Lebanese army chief discusses post-Unifil phase with UN official

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The Lebanese army chief and a UN official discussed the future security situation and cooperation following UNIFIL's operational phase in Lebanon. The talks emphasized the need to maintain stability amidst ongoing tensions in the region.

Lebanese army chief discusses post-Unifil phase with UN official Lebanese army commander Rudolf Heikel met United Nations undersecretary-general for Safety and Security Gilles Michaud at army headquarters in Yarzeh to discuss “the latest developments in Lebanon and the region, as well as the post-UNIFIL phase”, according to a military statement. The Lebanese army said the talks focused on the security situation and future cooperation. During the meeting, Michaud “commended the efforts of the Lebanese Armed Forces” and praised the army’s role in maintaining stability in the country. Heikel, meanwhile, “expressed his gratitude for the UN’s support of Lebanon during these challenging times”, the statement added. Unifil was established to oversee the withdrawal of Israeli troops following Israel’s 1978 invasion of Lebanon. The force has reported multiple incidents in which its positions were struck since fighting resumed on 2 March.