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News in English (USA) / 11.10.2024 / 07:00

Escalating Tensions in Lebanon as Israeli Forces Target UN Peacekeepers

Recent reports indicate a significant increase in hostilities involving Israeli forces and UN peacekeepers in Lebanon. The U.N. has confirmed that Israeli troops have deliberately fired on their bases, injuring at least two peacekeepers. This aggression has drawn international condemnation, with countries such as Italy and France expressing outrage and concern for the safety of the UNIFIL mission. Amidst claims of frequent artillery strikes and a record of over 100 attacks on UN positions in the past year, the UN has warned that its peacekeepers are increasingly in jeopardy. As tensions rise, peacekeepers remain committed to their mission in Lebanon, despite the ongoing threats to their safety.
CBS News, The Times of Israel, The Washington Post, NDTV, BBC.com, Reuters, Al Jazeera English, ABC News, Hindustan Times, DW (English)