Recent clashes between Israeli forces and UN peacekeepers in southern Lebanon have escalated concerns over the safety of peacekeeping operations in the region. Israel has accused Hezbollah of operating near UN positions, asserting that Hezbollah tunnels are located close to the peacekeeping base. In response to an alleged Hezbollah drone attack that resulted in the deaths of Israeli soldiers, Prime Minister Netanyahu called for the immediate withdrawal of UN peacekeepers from combat zones, suggesting that their presence compromises Israeli security. The UN reports multiple instances where Israeli tanks forcibly entered peacekeeping bases, leading to injuries among peacekeepers. International condemnation has grown following these events, with 40 countries expressing outrage at the attacks on UN personnel. The UN Secretary-General stated that assaults on peacekeepers could amount to war crimes, as the situation continues to worsen amid fears of all-out war between Israel and Hezbollah. Meanwhile, the United States is poised to send an antimissile system to Israel in response to recent hostilities.