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Israel-Lebanon Conflict
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Knogle
The UK is encouraged by the immense support demonstrated by the global community, as indicated by their willingness to deploy peacekeeping troops into the troubled region. We note that this peacekeeping force will likely be led by France and assisted by Italy (both of which will be making the greatest contributions to the 15,000-strong force), and throw our full support behind their leadership.
France will decide on whether or not to participate in the UN Peacekeeping force until the Model United Nations presents a "concept of operations". The deployment of the UN peacekeeping force must intervene as soon as possible, once the ways of action are fixed for this force. We believe that we cannot allow this conflict to restart; we will greatly condemn any breakage of the ceasefire, and will make utmost attempts to keep it in force presently and when our troops enter Lebanon.
On another note, we would like to commend the Government of Spain for announcing their plan to send seven hundred soldiers, the Maylasian government for their promise of a thousand soldiers for the peaceforce, and Italy for agreeing to send two to three thousand soldiers.
brimstone
France will decide on whether or not to participate in the UN Peacekeeping force until the Model United Nations presents a "concept of operations". The deployment of the UN peacekeeping force must intervene as soon as possible, once the ways of action are fixed for this force. We believe that we cannot allow this conflict to restart; we will greatly condemn any breakage of the ceasefire, and will make utmost attempts to keep it in force presently and when our troops enter Lebanon.
On another note, we would like to commend the Government of Spain for announcing their plan to send seven hundred soldiers, the Maylasian government for their promise of a thousand soldiers for the peaceforce, and Italy for agreeing to send two to three thousand soldiers.
On another note, we would like to commend the Government of Spain for announcing their plan to send seven hundred soldiers, the Maylasian government for their promise of a thousand soldiers for the peaceforce, and Italy for agreeing to send two to three thousand soldiers.
For the record, there have been far more pledges for troop contributions. Indonesia comes to mind, with 1000 soldiers pledged. Brunei has 250, too.
Our sources indicate that the UN force should be formed and deployed within the next 10 days.
In the meantime, Lebanese army units should be pushing into the region south of the Litani river, filling in the gaps left by the Israeli soldiers whom are pulling out of the region.
We urge all involved parties to cooperate and work towards maintaining the fragile peace in the Middle East, which has so far, thankfully, been holding up rather well.
brimstone
France will decide on whether or not to participate in the UN Peacekeeping force until the Model United Nations presents a "concept of operations". The deployment of the UN peacekeeping force must intervene as soon as possible, once the ways of action are fixed for this force. We believe that we cannot allow this conflict to restart; we will greatly condemn any breakage of the ceasefire, and will make utmost attempts to keep it in force presently and when our troops enter Lebanon.
On another note, we would like to commend the Government of Spain for announcing their plan to send seven hundred soldiers, the Maylasian government for their promise of a thousand soldiers for the peaceforce, and Italy for agreeing to send two to three thousand soldiers.
On another note, we would like to commend the Government of Spain for announcing their plan to send seven hundred soldiers, the Maylasian government for their promise of a thousand soldiers for the peaceforce, and Italy for agreeing to send two to three thousand soldiers.
We also wish to point out the following statements:
French Foreign Minister Philippe Douste-Blazy was to go to Lebanon via Cyprus on Tuesday to discuss conditions for the deployment of a reinforced U.N. Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL), his office said.
According to the statement released by the French Foreign Ministry on Tuesday, Douste-Blazy would also discuss the reopening of Lebanese seaports and airports, and humanitarian aid distribution.
The minister said on French national television France 2 that time was "pressing", adding that his country was ready to contribute to a reinforced UNIFIL.
"There are 1,700 French soldiers who are today already in the navy near Beirut and 200 French soldiers in Unifil," he said, adding that the final decision was to be made by Chirac.
France would send up to 4,000 soldiers to UNIFIL and command the U.N. force, French officials said.
According to the statement released by the French Foreign Ministry on Tuesday, Douste-Blazy would also discuss the reopening of Lebanese seaports and airports, and humanitarian aid distribution.
The minister said on French national television France 2 that time was "pressing", adding that his country was ready to contribute to a reinforced UNIFIL.
"There are 1,700 French soldiers who are today already in the navy near Beirut and 200 French soldiers in Unifil," he said, adding that the final decision was to be made by Chirac.
France would send up to 4,000 soldiers to UNIFIL and command the U.N. force, French officials said.
http://english.people.com.cn/200608/16/eng20060816_293507.html
We commend France for their initiative in spearheading global efforts to contribute to the peace process in the Middle East.
Norway awaits further clarification from the UN as to what sized force is needed, and what specific tasks are required before we commit any troops.
As our defence minister has said, we also want a clarification of the rules for the use of force, because we are very concerned about the security for our soldiers
As our defence minister has said, we also want a clarification of the rules for the use of force, because we are very concerned about the security for our soldiers
The UK would like to nudge the relevant UN councils (including the SC) to very clearly and specifically define the roles and responsibilities of this peacekeeping force (including the rules of engagement) before letting it loose on the field, in order to prevent any miscommunication or mishaps from taking place.
Israel is waiting for countries to make formal contributions with regards to the multinational force being deployed to Lebanon. It is evident that many countries are seemingly reluctant to send troops to southern Lebanon, despite pressuring both sides for a ceasefire.
gemgems89
Israel is waiting for countries to make formal contributions with regards to the multinational force being deployed to Lebanon. It is evident that many countries are seemingly reluctant to send troops to southern Lebanon, despite pressuring both sides for a ceasefire.
They are reluctant because of
1) A possible lack of confidence that both parties are committed to maintaining this fragile ceasefire, or
2) A lack of resources due to them already being tied up elsewhere, or
3) A lack of a formal invitation by the Israeli/Lebanese government and the UNSC, along with clear rules, policies, and a mandate.
Reason #3 is far more important though.
We hear that the United Nations will be announcing sometime today the decision as to which countries will be invited/participating in this expanded UNIFIL.
We eagerly await this announcement.
We eagerly await this announcement.
Knogle
For the record, there have been far more pledges for troop contributions. Indonesia comes to mind, with 1000 soldiers pledged. Brunei has 250, too.
Apologies - I think I was looking at an old article
brimstone
Apologies - I think I was looking at an old article
Not a problem.
The UK is heartened that the UN is discussing today the official rules/terms of engagement, and explicitly declaring the roles, responsibilities, and liabilities of the peacekeeping force.
More details to follow shortly.
Denmark is delighted at the participation of Muslim countries in sending peace-keeping troops. This will clear up some mis-conception by Arab countries and people that it is an occupying force. Denmark also hopes the ceasefire and peace will last as long as possible, and allow civilians to live normally once again.
Chris06
Denmark is delighted at the participation of Muslim countries in sending peace-keeping troops. This will clear up some mis-conception by Arab countries and people that it is an occupying force. Denmark also hopes the ceasefire and peace will last as long as possible, and allow civilians to live normally once again.
http://today.reuters.com/News/CrisesArticle.aspx?storyId=L16617052
You may be delighted, but Israel sure isn't happy with the participation of Indonesia, Malaysia, and other countries without diplomatic relations with Israel, or which do not recognize its right to exist.
It is FACT that Malaysia supports the Palestinian cause though, and they've been on the side of Lebanon all this while (calling for imemdiate cessation of Israel attacks since the start). Perhaps this is payback time.
Denmark feels that countries should see things from all viewpoints and not from Israel or other western countries only. The deployment of those countries' troops listed by Australia is welcoming and I'm sure that many countries in the Middle East are delighted.
Chris06
Denmark feels that countries should see things from all viewpoints and not from Israel or other western countries only. The deployment of those countries' troops listed by Australia is welcoming and I'm sure that many countries in the Middle East are delighted.
Like the Malaysian FM (Syed Hamid) said shortly after though:
The United Nations (UN) has the final say in selecting UN peacekeepers to monitor the cessation of hostility between Israel and Hezbollah in southern Lebanon, and not the Israelis.
Malaysian Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Syed Hamid Albar said the UN would determine which countries would make up the peacekeeping mission after countries like France, Indonesia, Malaysia and Brunei voiced their willingness to participate in the mission.
"It is up to the UN to decide. Malaysia had offered her services to be part of the UN Interim Forces in Lebanon (Unifil) on the basis of justice and durable peace in the Middle East," he told Bernama.
Malaysian Foreign Minister Datuk Seri Syed Hamid Albar said the UN would determine which countries would make up the peacekeeping mission after countries like France, Indonesia, Malaysia and Brunei voiced their willingness to participate in the mission.
"It is up to the UN to decide. Malaysia had offered her services to be part of the UN Interim Forces in Lebanon (Unifil) on the basis of justice and durable peace in the Middle East," he told Bernama.
http://www.bernama.com/bernama/v3/news.php?id=214392
fair enough.
China is encouraged that the UN brokered cease fire appears to be holding (more or less)
Switzerland would like to just add that there needs to an official request from the MUN for us to deploy soldiers to the region under Swiss Military laws. Hence, we are currently not sending any troops to the region in the short term. While we do back the nations and the UN for brokering a cease fire in the region, we believe it will be successful in the long term.
Also, we will be donating/contributing $4 million in humanitarian aid to Lebanon. We are setting up camps for displaced people and sending in 800 kg of Medicine and 7 tonnes of relief goods.
Also, we will be donating/contributing $4 million in humanitarian aid to Lebanon. We are setting up camps for displaced people and sending in 800 kg of Medicine and 7 tonnes of relief goods.
France is disappointed at the possible breaking of the MUN ceasefire by both Israel and Hezbollah. We urge both sides to exercise restraint in their use of weapons and military tactics.
brimstone
France is disappointed at the possible breaking of the MUN ceasefire by both Israel and Hezbollah. We urge both sides to exercise restraint in their use of weapons and military tactics.
Well there is bound to be some "resistance" in the areas still. You can't just expect both parties to calm down; they were ready to destroy one another a week ago.
OOC: Regarding the international force, we don't have to follow RL here. Countries don't necessarily have to contribute exactly the same figure of troops as their RL counterparts, and could even offer troops when RL has offered none, or vice versa.
Let's see if we can get a bigger and more effective force than the real world, yeah?
Let's see if we can get a bigger and more effective force than the real world, yeah?
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