UN slams Israel after attack on peacekeepers in Lebanon
Summary
The United Nations and France criticized Israel for attacking UN peacekeepers in southern Lebanon. The UN reported that an Israeli drone and tank targeted peacekeepers near the border, but no injuries were reported. This incident comes amid ongoing tensions and near-daily violations of a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah.Key Facts
- The UN condemned an Israeli attack on peacekeepers in southern Lebanon, citing an incident with a drone and tank.
- The attack involved a grenade dropped near a UNIFIL patrol and tank fire close to the Kfar Kila border town.
- France joined in condemning the attack and noted similar incidents occurred earlier in October.
- UNIFIL works with Lebanon to maintain a ceasefire with Israel, but violations happen almost daily.
- Israel has launched frequent attacks in southern Lebanon, claiming to target Hezbollah members and infrastructure.
- Two brothers were reportedly killed in a separate Israeli strike in southern Lebanon.
- Hezbollah states it is ready to defend itself amid ongoing Israeli military actions.
- US officials are in Lebanon to discuss regional stability and address Hezbollah's disarmament.
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