# UN peacekeeping chief urges swift talks on future of Lebanon mission

https://mins.news/en/item/100238

- Reuters, 2026-10-14 18:25 UTC
- World
- Original: https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/un-peacekeeping-chief-says-talks-future-lebanon-mission-must-begin-soon-2026-10-14/?link_source=ta_bluesky_link&taid=6acfc90876e0550001f0dff2

> UN peacekeeping chief Jean-Pierre Lacroix urged the Security Council on Wednesday to start negotiations on the future of peacekeepers in Lebanon. Beirut is seeking an extension of the mandate, which expires at the end of this year.

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