Naqoura:The United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) commemorated United Nations Day by emphasizing its dedication to peace and stability in southern Lebanon. The event highlighted the organization's founding principles and renewed its commitment to fostering a peaceful environment along the 'Blue Line.'
According to National news agency - Lebanon, UNIFIL's Head of Mission and Force Commander, Major General Diodato Abagnara, reaffirmed the United Nations' core values of peace, dialogue, and cooperation. He emphasized that enduring peace in southern Lebanon requires trust, determination, and a collective commitment from all parties involved.
Military and civilian personnel from various countries are engaged in daily efforts to support the implementation of UN Security Council Resolution 1701, which aims to maintain stability and aid local communities in recovering and returning to normalcy. The celebration holds particular significance as it marks the last United Nations Day for UNIFIL before its mandate concludes in 2026.
Major General Abagnara paid tribute to the peacekeepers serving under the UN flag, praising their dedication to supporting peace and security in the region. As UNIFIL enters the final phase of its presence, the mission continues to prioritize stability and efforts to establish lasting peace, working in collaboration with the Lebanese Army and local communities.
In his message, Abagnara pledged, "On this United Nations Day, we renew our commitment to peace, cooperation and serving the people we are here to support. Together, we fulfill our mission. Together, we build peace. Together, we shape the future."
