UN issues report S/2013/381 on Resolution 1701

The Secretary-General reviewed compliance and outstanding security concerns affecting southern Lebanon.

The report addressed border security, armed groups and the state’s authority in the post-war environment.

The Council renewed UNIFIL’s mandate for another year amid continued concerns over implementation of Resolution 1701.

The Secretary-General assessed developments and remaining challenges to the ceasefire framework.

Hassan Nasrallah defended Hezbollah’s intervention in Syria, arguing that the Syrian war threatened Lebanon. The decision deepened Lebanese political polarisation and exposed the movement to criticism...

The Council addressed developments concerning Lebanon and the security situation affecting UNIFIL.

The Council renewed UNIFIL’s mandate as instability in the region affected Lebanon’s security environment.

The report assessed implementation, Blue Line tensions and regional spillover into Lebanon.

The Secretary-General reviewed the late-2013 to early-2014 reporting period and continuing security concerns.

UNIFIL reported three rockets launched from the Ain Arab area toward Israel. The incident risked escalation; responsibility was not established in the UNIFIL account.