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"Security warnings" for the Lebanese Foreign Minister - and the French attempt to keep UNIFIL
The issue of dismantling the peacekeeping force was raised again in the Security Council, with France responding to Lebanon's request and demanding the cancellation of the decision made last year. The US strongly opposed: "We will not repeat the mistakes of the past." The interim UN coordinator in Beirut claimed: Hezbollah is not disarming - because of Israel. Foreign Minister Raje, a rival of...
"We must not repeat the serious mistake with UNIFIL": UN to discuss force alternatives in southern Lebanon
The UN Security Council will discuss alternatives to the international force in Lebanon tomorrow. The US opposes extending the mandate, while Israel opposes the deployment of new forces. Representatives from Israel and Lebanon will not participate in the discussion.
Leadership reshuffle in Iran: Khamenei's close associate appointed to key position
Media outlets in the Islamic Republic reported that Mohsen Rezaee, advisor to the Supreme Leader, has been appointed Secretary of the Supreme National Security Council. He is one of the Iranian generals who believe that maintaining a grip on the Strait of Hormuz is essential.
Diplomatic confrontation: US representatives walk out of UN Security Council over French rhetoric
Political tension between Washington and Paris continues to escalate, marked by mutual insults and a diplomatic boycott at the UN.