UN peacekeeping faces funding shortfalls and troop reductions, acting military adviser warns Lieutenant General Cheryl Pierce said that urgent budget shortfalls are forcing troop reductions across UN missions, affecting nine of 11 operations and straining force protection, rotation and mandate delivery. She cited examples in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Lebanon and warned that misinformation is eroding local support.

UN peacekeeping operations are facing dire budget cuts and troop reductions, jeopardizing missions and the safety of civilians worldwide.

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