Israel Fired on Peacekeepers in Lebanon, U.N. Says

The United Nations has accused Israel of firing on peacekeepers in southern Lebanon, in violation of a ceasefire agreement. The incident occurred on the border between Israel and Lebanon, near the town of Marjayoun.

According to the UN Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL), Israeli forces opened fire on a UN patrol on Wednesday, causing damage to a UN vehicle. The peacekeepers were conducting a routine patrol when they came under fire from Israeli troops. Fortunately, no one was injured in the incident.

UNIFIL has condemned the attack, calling it a violation of Security Council Resolution 1701, which calls for a ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon. The resolution was passed in 2006, following a month-long war between Israel and the Lebanese militant group Hezbollah.

The UN has called on both sides to exercise restraint and respect the ceasefire agreement. They have also called for an investigation into the incident to determine the circumstances surrounding the attack.

Israel has not yet commented on the incident. However, this is not the first time that Israeli forces have been accused of firing on UN peacekeepers in southern Lebanon. In 2015, Israeli troops fired on a UN convoy, injuring two peacekeepers.

The situation in southern Lebanon remains tense, with sporadic clashes between Israeli forces and Hezbollah fighters. The UN has warned that any escalation in violence could have serious consequences for the region.

The international community has called on both Israel and Lebanon to work towards a peaceful resolution to their longstanding conflict. The UN has reiterated its commitment to supporting efforts to maintain peace and stability in the region.

In the meantime, UN peacekeepers in Lebanon continue to carry out their mission, despite the risks they face. They play a crucial role in monitoring the ceasefire agreement and ensuring the safety of civilians in the region.

The incident involving the attack on UN peacekeepers is a stark reminder of the challenges that they face in carrying out their mandate. It is imperative that all parties respect international law and work towards a peaceful resolution to the conflict in southern Lebanon.