Security Council members back Lebanon, condemn Israeli invasion

Security Council members back Lebanon, condemn Israeli invasion Members of the UN Security Council expressed support for Lebanon during an emergency meeting and condemned Israel’s invasion of the country, with several speakers citing violations of Lebanese sovereignty and territorial integrity. A senior UN political affairs official also said Israel’s actions must stop and noted concerns over compliance with UN Security Council Resolution 1701. US Ambassador to the United Nations Mike Waltz took a different position, telling the council: “The path is clear.