UNIFIL chief warns against fragile stability in S. Lebanon

Beirut [Lebanon], May 3: Aroldo Lazaro Saenz, head of the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL), on Friday cautioned against the still "fragile" situation in southern Lebanon and stressed the importance of maintaining security during the country's upcoming municipal elections.
"The situation is more stable than it was a few months ago, but it remains fragile," he said during a farewell meeting with local officials at the headquarters of the Union of Tyre District Municipalities, urging unified efforts to prevent further escalation, according to a report by Lebanon's official National News Agency (NNA).
Lazaro, whose mission nears its end, said UNIFIL will continue close coordination with the Lebanese Armed Forces, provide support for it "in every possible way," and is ready to help Lebanon create a safe environment for the electoral process of the municipal elections.
During the meeting, President of the Union of Tyre District Municipalities Hassan Dbouk praised UNIFIL's contribution to maintaining stability and delivering humanitarian aid throughout the region, said the NNA report.
Yahya Al-Husseini, representing the Lebanese Army Intelligence, expressed his hope of enduring stability in the south, and emphasized the vital role local officials have played, particularly in the challenging period of war, said the NNA report.
Source: Xinhua