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He stressed that “the possession of weapons by Hezbollah outside the control of the state constitutes a serious violation of Resolution 1701.”
In his latest report on the implementation of Resolution 1701, including the additions to it contained in Resolution 2537, the Secretary General of the United Nations renewed his deepest condolences to the families of the victims of the Beirut attacks on 4 August, and all those injured and displaced as a result of the tragic accident, calling for a “fair and complete investigation.” And transparent to ensure accountability and help prevent a repeat of such tragedies. ”
He expressed his gratitude for the broad support and solidarity of the international community, explaining that “the explosion exacerbated the financial, social and economic crises facing Lebanon.”
And considering that this tragedy “could be a catalyst for positive change,” he pointed out that “despite the passage of more than a year since the Lebanese took to the streets, the implementation of reforms to meet their demands is still pending.”
He urged all political forces to “facilitate the formation of a government capable of carrying out the necessary reforms to put the country on the path of recovery,” calling for an economic plan “to facilitate the resumption of discussions with the Monetary Fund. International”.
Guterres expressed “deep concern over expectations of exacerbating food insecurity and poverty in Lebanon, as well as reports that Lebanese have begun irregular migration by sea,” and stressed that “there is a need for a humanitarian response and people-centered, human-rights-based recovery. ” To meet the needs of all affected populations. “
With continued calls for protests in Lebanon, he reminded the Lebanese authorities that “they must protect the right to freedom of expression and peaceful assembly, and noted that the Lebanese security forces” must respect international norms and standards on the use of force “, adding that” the protesters must exercise their rights in accordance with their sovereignty “. Law, without resorting to violence.”
He reiterated his urgent call to all parties to comply with their obligations regarding the full implementation of Resolution 1701, and everything that “may endanger the cessation of hostilities or destabilize Lebanon or the region”, expressing “profound concern about the violations that occurred on July 27 and August 25 of last year. ” He praised the “intervention of the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) in a timely manner to contain the situation.”
He affirmed that the international organization “will continue to support the efforts made to calm tensions through dialogue.”
He said: “The continued daily violations of Lebanese airspace by Israeli aircraft, including alleged incursions into Syria and drones, remain a source of grave concern,” warning that these overflights “constitute a violation of Resolution 1701 and the Lebanese sovereignty, and cause inconvenience to the people. ” Furthermore, the continued occupation of the northern town of Ghajar and the area adjacent to the north of the Blue Line constitutes a continuing violation of Resolution 1701.
Pursuant to the provisions stipulated in Resolution 2539, it called on the Lebanese authorities to “grant (UNIFIL) full access to all required sites north of the Blue Line, so that it can carry out its investigations expeditiously,” expressing “Their concern that UNIFIL cannot access the sites. A kit to investigate tunnels across the Blue Line, as well as the Green Without Borders website.”
He stressed that the Lebanese authorities “assume primary responsibility for ensuring that there are no unauthorized armed elements, material or weapons in the area, but must facilitate the mission’s access to these sites for the purpose of inspection and preventive investigation.”
