Germany to maintain presence in Lebanon after Unifil ends, deputy defence minister says
Germany is committed to maintaining a presence in Lebanon after the end of the UN peacekeeping mission Unifil, as European countries discuss a possible successor force, deputy defence minister Nils Schmid has told The National . The UN Security Council voted unanimously in August 2025 to extend Unifil's mandate for a final time until December this year, after which the force will begin an orderly…
Germany's deputy defence minister Nils Schmid has stated that the country is committed to maintaining a presence in Lebanon after the UN peacekeeping mission Unifil ends, according to The National. Unifil, which has been operating in Lebanon since 1978, will end its mandate at the end of this year, after which Germany will continue to train and assist the Lebanese military, focusing on the maritime domain.
While discussions are ongoing with European partners to determine the structure of a potential successor force, Germany has ruled out deploying ground troops to Lebanon. Italy, France, and Spain are leading talks on a future mission, but Germany will also participate. Other European countries may contribute soldiers, pending further details.
Germany has assured the Lebanese government of its continued support for the army and encourages the disarming of militias and non-state actors within Lebanon.
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