France, Italy propose coalition to replace UNIFIL in Lebanon (opens original article in a new tab)

France and Italy propose a multinational coalition to support Lebanon after UNIFIL's mandate ends, aiming to strengthen sovereignty and armed forces with EU and UN coordination.

• France and Italy will lead a multinational coalition to support Lebanon after UNIFIL ends.
• The coalition will coordinate with the EU and UN to strengthen Lebanese sovereignty and armed forces.
• Leaders discussed an international conference to support Lebanon during the transition.