Six Lebanese soldiers killed in explosion in southern Lebanon
Summary
Six Lebanese soldiers died in an explosion while inspecting a weapons depot in southern Lebanon. The soldiers were working with the United Nations peacekeeping force to dismantle military structures as part of a ceasefire agreement with Israel. The cause of the explosion is under investigation.Key Facts
- Six Lebanese soldiers were killed by an explosion in southern Lebanon.
- The incident happened as they inspected a weapons storage site.
- An investigation is being conducted to find out what caused the explosion.
- The Lebanese army is collaborating with the United Nations peacekeeping force (UNIFIL).
- The mission was part of an effort to dismantle Hezbollah military infrastructure.
- The explosion occurred in the Wadi Zibqin area of the Tyre region.
- Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam expressed condolences for the soldiers killed.
- The Lebanese government recently approved a U.S.-backed plan to disarm Hezbollah, although Hezbollah opposes it.
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