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EU to launch three-year mission training Lebanon forces in 2026

9/2/2026

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EU policy chief Kaja Kallas announced a three-year mission to train Lebanon’s forces and police.
The mission will advise the Lebanese Armed Forces and Internal Security Forces on border and maritime security.
Around ten countries are ready to join the EU mission.
A launch decision is expected in October 2026.
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said UNIFIL will end in 2026 and offered three successor options of 900 to 3,000 troops.

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EU policy chief Kaja Kallas announced a three-year mission to train Lebanon’s forces and police.
The mission will advise the Lebanese Armed Forces and Internal Security Forces on border and maritime security.
Around ten countries are ready to join the EU mission.
A launch decision is expected in October 2026.
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said UNIFIL will end in 2026 and offered three successor options of 900 to 3,000 troops.