Extremely alarmed about hits of and close to UNIFIL headquarter and positions, resulting in two injured peacekeepers - this is completely unacceptable and has to stop immediately! Everyone is obliged to ensure the safety and security of the Blue Helmets at all times!

We once again condemn the repeated attacks on UNIFIL peacekeepers. Their presence is mandated by the United Nations Security Council and everyone is obliged to guarantee their safety & security at all times! We have again made this position very clear to our Israeli partners.

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I express my deep gratitude to our troop contributing countries serving in UNIFIL for their continued support & commitment to the mission’s mandate & work- more important than ever. I salute the peacekeepers for their dedication. All parties must ensure their safety & security.

Austria is deeply concerned about recent developments in UNIFIL's area of operations and condemns all attacks on United Nations missions. As a committed troop-contributing country, 🇦🇹 will continue its presence in UNIFIL, providing essential support through its logistics unit.

At the 4th #Peacekeeping Coffee Chat 2024, experts gathered to discuss the implementation of the Office of Military Affairs Review with 🇺🇳 Acting Military Adviser Major General Cheryl Pearce, focusing on its impact on peacekeeping efforts. #PeaceAndSecurity

Our peacekeepers work with UN partners and NGOs to facilitate the donation of essentials to displaced families, like blankets, mattresses, food, water, medicines, and other relief items. We continue to help ensure safe access to humanitarian aid for those in need.

It’s an honour to meet UNIFIL peacekeepers in Lebanon. In the face of strikes across the Blue Line, they stood with bravery, dedication and resilience. Some were injured while carrying out their duties. Attacks against peacekeepers are completely unacceptable & in breach of

Today United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres visited south to meet with peacekeepers who showed resilience during strikes across the Blue Line. He heard stories of some of the injured. Their continued support for resolution 1701, despite challenges, was essential and commendable.

Patschert gewählte headline, die suggeriert, dass sich Aufrüstung und Neutralität widersprechen. Andererseits verständlich nach all der Fehlinfomation der letzten Jahrzehnte, was neutral sein eigentlich bedeutet und verlangt.

Austria pledged to receive an Assessment & Advisory Visit (AAV) to elevate pledges to fit the Peacekeeping Capability Readiness System and 24 other pledges focusing on partnerships, climate & security, training & capacity-building & the #WomenPeaceSecurity agenda. #PKMinisterial

🇦🇹, together with 🇮🇳, co-hosted a reception on the occasion of #PKDay2025 to honour the service and sacrifice of UN peacekeepers. It was a moment to honour their legacy, strengthen dialogue among partners, & reaffirm our shared commitment to UN peace operations. UN Peacekeeping

Austria was pleased to host another #Peacekeeping Coffee Chat today on the “Guidance Champion Nation” initiative — strengthening UN military guidance through Member State expertise. An essential step toward more effective, inclusive, and up-to-date peacekeeping. #UNPeacekeeping

Austria is honoured that Major General Jürgen Ortner has assumed the role of Dean of the Military & Police Advisors Community (MPAC) at the UN in New York. We remain committed to fostering dialogue and cooperation among Member States in support of UN peace operations. #MPAC

Austria is honoured to host the inaugural Office of Military Affairs Leadership Retreat in Vienna, bringing together former UN Military Advisers for dialogue on the future of peacekeeping. Discussions highlight the need for innovation, adaptability & cooperation. UN Peacekeeping

Thank you Austria UN & Denmark in UN NY🇩🇰 for hosting the first DPO Leadership Retreat for former Military & Deputy Military Advisers, a collective forum to bring solutions to support our military peacekeepers' work in ever-changing conflict dynamics.

At today’s Special Peacekeeping Coffee Chat, 🇦🇹 & 🇩🇰 hosted a debrief on the inaugural OMA Leadership Retreat and shared updates on integrated mission-level planning. Discussions focused on strengthening military networks and enhancing coordination in United Nations peacekeeping operations.

FM Beate Meinl-Reisinger before the UNGA: “It’s not just about us, but the generations after us. Only cooperation and solidarity create security.” Marking 70 years of Austria's UN membership, she underlined the importance of international law—especially for countries of Austria’s size. #UNGA80

Under the leadership of 🇦🇹 Military Adviser & MPAC Dean MajGen. Jürgen Ortner, the MPAC Field Trip to #UNIFIL & #UNDOF strengthened on-the-ground understanding of UN peace operations and enhanced coordination between military & police advisors. #UNPeacekeeping

At today’s Peacekeeping Coffee Chat, Austria hosted a timely discussion on recent innovations and achievements in implementing CPAS in UN Peacekeeping. Thank you to all participants for the active exchange - we look forward to the next Chat in early 2026.