intensive contacts undertaken by UNI FIL with the cle facto forces as well as contacts with the Israeli au­ thorities at various levels. the kidnapped soldier was released after some IO hours. and the hijacked vehicles and most of the equipment were returned. UNIFIL also took protective measures in respect of its posi­ tions and was able to carry out partial rotation of the Norwegian battalion by helicopter. The full rotation of the Norwegian battalion was eventually carried out in mid-November, and the previous arrangements re­ garding freedom of movement were restored. 12. With the exception of the above-mentioned in­ cidents, attempts of the de facto forces to operate within the UNIFIL area remained relatively limited. However, on a number of occasions members of the de facto forces were able to enter the area. together with Israeli military personnel. There were also several in­ cidents in which the de facto forces fired close to UNIFIL positions. 13. During the period under review. IDF conti11111.·d the recruitment and arming of selected villagers in the UNI FIL area. These irregulars have. by and large. 17 remained inactive, with the exception of a group whose activities are centred in the village of Jwayya. Inan incident on-10 December, armed members of that group in two vehicles attempted to run through a UNIFIL check-point. The Fijian personnel at the check­ point fired two warning shots into the air, whereupon the passengers in the vehicles opened fire. The fire was returned, and one person was killed and three were wounded. UNIFIL has made strong representations to the Israeli authorities about the arming of such groups and the risk of incidents arising from their irresponsi­ ble behaviour. 14. The number of displaced persons that sought refuge in the UNIFIL area continued to decrease. and humanitarian assistance of an emergency nature has 
**Analysis**
The text appears to be a report on the activities of the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) during a specific period. The report discusses the interactions between UNIFIL and various factions, including the de facto forces and the Israeli authorities. The text highlights specific incidents, such as kidnappings, hijackings, and armed clashes, and mentions the provision of humanitarian assistance. Based on this content, it is likely that the report is focused on humanitarian and peacekeeping efforts rather than economic or social development.

**Category**
Humanitarian aid and relief, International relations