International talks in Paris on Lebanese army support

Lebanon sent a letter to the UN Secretary-General warning that ending UNIFIL could leave a security vacuum and requesting reconsideration of a limited extension.

Council members held closed consultations requested by France, discussing deteriorating conditions and future security arrangements after UNIFIL.

EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas said more than ten EU countries had indicated willingness to contribute personnel or resources to a future arrangement.

UN spokesperson Stéphane Dujarric reported an increase in incidents in August and continuing Israeli operations north of the Blue Line, contrary to Resolution 1701.

The Secretary-General condemned mounting civilian casualties, evacuation-related displacement and attacks reportedly affecting health facilities and public institutions.

Ongoing exhibition at PEER, London, open 19 September–12 December 2026; on view during the 6 November 2026 scan. Dala Nasser’s 2026 immersive sonic installation gathers grave rubbings and fabric works...

UNIFIL published a statement describing road clearance, humanitarian access and explosive-hazard work following hostilities, as its mandate neared its end. This is a publication milestone.

Reuters reported sources claiming Iran had sent $200 million via Hezbollah to support displaced families; US officials disputed the claim. This is a reporting milestone, not proof of payment.

Reuters published reporting from West Zawtar about displaced residents, damaged infrastructure, Israeli surveillance and continuing demolition nearby. This is a reporting milestone.

At 22:17 Beirut time (19:17 UTC) on 28 October, Yemen News Agency (Saba), citing Lebanon’s National News Agency (NNA), reported two booby-trapped drones exploding over Al-Mansouri in Tyre district,...