Summary
The Lebanese army arrested six people after an attack on UN peacekeepers in southern Lebanon. The attack involved gunmen firing on peacekeepers' vehicles, but no one was injured. The UN delegation's planned visit aims to address tensions between Lebanon and Israel.
Key Facts
- Six people were arrested by the Lebanese army for attacking UN peacekeepers.
- The gunmen used three mopeds to approach and shoot at the peacekeepers' vehicle.
- This UN peacekeeping force has been in place for nearly 50 years to maintain peace between Lebanon and Israel.
- There is ongoing tension since Israeli forces remain in Lebanese territory despite a ceasefire agreement.
- Over 300 people have died due to Israeli attacks in Lebanon, according to the UN.
- UN peacekeepers have complained about Israeli forces firing near them.
- Lebanese President Joseph Aoun met with a UN Security Council delegation to discuss the situation.
- Lebanon and Israel were recently in direct discussions under a ceasefire monitoring mechanism.
