Forty nations contributing to the UN peacekeeping force in Lebanon strongly condemn recent attacks on peacekeepers, calling for immediate cessation and thorough investigation. The signatories, including Indonesia, Italy, India, Ghana, Nepal, Malaysia, Spain, France, and China, reaffirm support for UNIFIL’s mission of bringing stability and lasting peace to South Lebanon and the Middle East, urging respect for the safety of peacekeeping personnel. Recent incidents, including peacekeepers being wounded and UNIFIL coming under fire in Naqura, have intensified concerns about the challenging conditions faced by the mission.
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US forces still in ‘defensive posture’ in Mideast: White House
The White House asserted that US forces in the Middle East are maintaining a "defensive" posture amid escalating tensions due to the Israel-Iran conflict, despite President Trump's warning to evacuate Tehran and his early return from the G7 summit. Pentagon officials confirmed the deployment of additional military resources, including the USS Nimitz Carrier Strike Group, aimed at safeguarding American personnel and enhancing defense capabilities in the region. Need More Context? 🔎
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