Security Council resolution 1223 (1999) [on extension of the mandate of the UN Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL)] — S/RES/1223(1999) | UN Mandate Registry
Security Council Resolution 1223 (1999) [on Extension of the Mandate of the Un Interim Force in Lebanon (Unifil)]
Decides to extend the present mandate of the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon for a further period of six months, that is until 31 July 1999;
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Reiterates its strong support for the territorial integrity, sovereignty and political independence of Lebanon within its internationally recognized boundaries;
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Re-emphasizes the terms of reference and general guidelines of the Force as stated in the report of the Secretary-General of 19 March 1978 (S/12611), approved by resolution 426 (1978), and calls upon all parties concerned to cooperate fully with the Force for the full implementation of its mandate;
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Condemns all acts of violence committed in particular against the Force, and urges the parties to put an end to them;
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Reiterates that the Force should fully implement its mandate as defined in resolutions 425 (1978), 426 (1978) and all other relevant resolutions;
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Encouragesfurther efficiency and savings provided they do not affect the operational capacity of the Force;
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Requeststhe Secretary-General to continue consultations with the Government of Lebanon and other parties directly concerned with the implementation of the present resolution and to report to the Security Council thereon.
