UN Security Council to Address Israel-Hezbollah Conflict Amid Rising Tensions

The United Nations Security Council is scheduled to convene on Wednesday to discuss the intensified fighting between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon, as announced by Slovenia, the council's president for September.

The United Nations Security Council is set to meet at 6 p.m. (2200 GMT) on Wednesday to address the increase in hostilities in Lebanon. The conflict, which has seen an escalation between Israel and Hezbollah, has prompted an urgent gathering of the council.

Slovenia, holding the presidency of the 15-member council for September, made the announcement. The session comes amid heightened concerns over regional stability and the humanitarian impact of the ongoing fighting.

The meeting aims to discuss possible measures to de-escalate the situation and address the broader implications for peace and security in the region.

(With inputs from agencies.)