UN Security Council to Discuss Lebanon Crisis in Closed Meeting

NEW YORK: The UN Security Council is set to convene in a closed session late tonight to deliberate on the escalating situation in Lebanon. According to Jordan News Agency, the meeting will focus on the challenges faced by the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL), with a detailed briefing to be provided by Jean-Pierre Lacroix, the Head of the Peacekeeping Department. The briefing aims to address the recent attacks on UNIFIL personnel, which UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has strongly condemned, categorizing them as war crimes. The session is part of the Council's broader effort to assess and respond to the security dynamics in the Middle East, with a particular emphasis on Lebanon's deteriorating situation. The outcomes of this meeting are anticipated to influence future international approaches to supporting peace and stability in Lebanon, amid increasing regional tensions and challenges faced by peacekeeping forces.