What does Resolution 1701 say?
The resolution allows the peacekeepers to help the Lebanese Army to keep the area of operation free from weapons or terrorists not affiliated with the Lebanese state.
This sparked friction with the Iranian-backed Hezbollah group, which effectively controls southern Lebanon despite the presence of the Lebanese army.
Resolution 1701 also states that “the peacekeeping mission shall take all necessary measures in the areas of deployment of its forces and what it considers within its capabilities, to ensure that the area of operation is not his use for combat activities of any kind. “
How do peacekeeping forces deal with violations of Resolution 1701?
A peacekeeping mission is obliged to report all violations to the UN Security Council.
The Secretary-General of the United Nations submits a report to the Council every 4 months, “or at any time he deems appropriate,” on the implementation of Resolution 1701.
The UNIFIL website reports that the peacekeepers take protective measures when patrolling the Blue Line, which also includes airspace, through coordination, communication and surveillance to prevent violations.
Every time a breach occurs, “UNIFIL immediately deploys additional forces to that location if necessary to avoid direct confrontation between the two sides and to ensure that the situation prevails.” “
The mission is also in contact with Israeli and Lebanese forces “to diffuse and end the situation without any escalation.”
Violations
The UN Secretary-General regularly reports violations of Resolution 1701 by both sides.
A November 2022 report to the Security Council said that “Hezbollah and other armed groups’ continued possession of unauthorized weapons outside state control” is a “serious and ongoing violation.”
The same report also stated that “continuing Israeli aircraft and drone violations in Lebanese airspace remain a major concern.” “
Reports from the United Nations indicate that the freedom of movement of the peacekeeping forces of the international organization is subject to obstacles again.
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The 15-member UN Security Council annually renews the mandate of the operation known as the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL).
After a month-long war between Israel and the Lebanese Hezbollah group in 2006, the Security Council strengthened UNIFIL’s mandate in accordance with Resolution 1701.
What is the blue line?
The Blue Line is a line drawn by the United Nations that separates Lebanon from Israel and the Golan Heights in which it is located.
Israeli forces withdrew to the Blue Line after withdrawing from southern Lebanon in 2000.
Unauthorized crossing of the Blue Line by land or air from any side is a violation of Security Council Resolution 1701.
Where do peacekeepers work?
The area of operation of the UN peacekeepers extends from the Litani River in the north to the Blue Line in the south.
The mission’s website indicates that it consists of more than 10,000 soldiers from 50 countries and about 800 civilian employees.
What does Resolution 1701 say?
The resolution allows the peacekeepers to help the Lebanese Army to keep the area of operation free from weapons or terrorists not affiliated with the Lebanese state.
This sparked friction with the Iranian-backed Hezbollah group, which effectively controls southern Lebanon despite the presence of the Lebanese army.
Resolution 1701 also states that “the peacekeeping mission shall take all necessary measures in the areas of deployment of its forces and what it considers within its capabilities, to ensure that the area of operation is not his use for combat activities of any kind. “
How do peacekeeping forces deal with violations of Resolution 1701?
A peacekeeping mission is obliged to report all violations to the UN Security Council.
The Secretary-General of the United Nations submits a report to the Council every 4 months, “or at any time he deems appropriate,” on the implementation of Resolution 1701.
The UNIFIL website reports that the peacekeepers take protective measures when patrolling the Blue Line, which also includes airspace, through coordination, communication and monitoring to prevent violations.
Every time a breach occurs, “UNIFIL deploys additional forces immediately to that location if necessary to avoid direct confrontation between the two sides and to ensure that the situation prevails.” “
The mission is also in contact with Israeli and Lebanese forces “to diffuse and end the situation without any escalation.”
Violations
The UN Secretary-General regularly reports violations of Resolution 1701 by both sides.
A November 2022 report to the Security Council said that “the continued possession by Hezbollah and other armed groups of unauthorized weapons outside state control” is a “serious and ongoing violation.”
The same report also stated that “continuing Israeli aircraft and drone violations in Lebanese airspace remain a source of great concern.” “
Reports from the United Nations indicate that the freedom of movement of the peacekeeping forces of the international organization is subject to obstacles again.
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2024-10-01 06:09:33
