UN peacekeepers

Zelensky Considers Foreign Peacekeepers for Ukraine Ceasefire

President Zelensky stated that Ukraine may consider Macron’s proposal for foreign peacekeepers, contingent upon a clear NATO membership timeline. He plans to discuss a NATO invitation with President Biden, emphasizing that NATO membership is crucial for a lasting peace. While acknowledging the challenges of immediate membership, Zelensky reiterated Ukraine’s desire for a diplomatic end to the war, but only through strength and continued military support. This includes securing advanced weaponry to pressure Russia into peace negotiations.

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U.N. peacekeepers in Lebanon will not give in to Israeli demand to ‘get out of harm’s way’

As a UN peacekeeper stationed in Lebanon, the recent demands by Israel for us to “get out of harm’s way” have left me perplexed. The notion that our presence is now deemed as a hindrance to their military operations against Hezbollah is troubling. The comments and opinions circulating online only add to the confusion and frustration I feel as a peacekeeper tasked with maintaining peace in a region plagued by conflict.

The idea that because we are perceived as “useless” by some individuals justifies aggression towards us is nonsensical. Our mission as peacekeepers is clear – to keep the peace in areas where conflicts persist.… Continue reading