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The European Union establishes a new mission to support Lebanon

The European Union establishes a new mission to support Lebanon

European Union foreign ministers adopted a decision on Monday to establish a new support mission in Lebanon aimed at providing advice to the country's army and Internal Security Forces.

EU Foreign Policy Chief Kaja Kallas said the mission "will provide advice and assistance to the Lebanese Armed Forces and the Internal Security Forces to strengthen territorial control, border security, and internal security," adding that "Europe is committed to the future of Lebanon."

The Council of the European Union indicated that the initial mandate for the mission will be for 3 years.

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