Escalating Violence in Southern Lebanon Claims UN Peacekeepers
Deadly clashes in southern Lebanon leave UN peacekeepers dead as Israel expands its military operations in the region.
In a troubling escalation of violence in southern Lebanon, two more United Nations peacekeepers have been killed in the region, bringing the total number of UN personnel slain this week to at least three. The United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) confirmed the latest casualties, which occurred amid an intensifying military campaign by Israel in the area.
Peacekeepers Under Fire As the conflict between Israel and Hezbollah militants continues to rage, UNIFIL has found itself caught in the crossfire. The UN mission, tasked with monitoring the ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon, has struggled to maintain its neutrality and protect its forces from the spiraling violence.
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Source: Al Jazeera
