Fatal Blast Strikes U.N. Peacekeepers in Lebanon
An explosion hit a United Nations peacekeeping convoy in southern Lebanon, killing multiple personnel. Authorities are investigating the deadly roadside attack.
Tragedy struck the United Nations peacekeeping mission in southern Lebanon as a roadside bomb targeted a convoy, killing several personnel. The incident occurred earlier this month in the region bordering Israel, raising concerns about the fragile security situation in the area.
According to initial reports, the blast hit the U.N. peacekeeping force known as UNIFIL, which has maintained a presence in Lebanon since 1978 to monitor the ceasefire between Israel and the militant group Hezbollah. While the full details are still emerging, authorities have confirmed multiple casualties from the explosion.
The U.N. Secretary-General António Guterres expressed his condolences to the families of the victims and called for a thorough investigation into the attack. UNIFIL also released a statement, saying it was
Source: The New York Times
