Two UN peacekeepers were injured when the Israeli army attacked the observation tower at the Nakura base.
Head of diplomacy of the European Union, Joseph Borrellrequires responsibilities Israel After the Israeli Defense Forces attacked the watchtower at the headquarters of the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) in Naqoura, two peacekeepers were injured.
stated that there is no justification for attack on peacekeeping forces, also known as blue helmetsHis positions are known and he said “another line has been dangerously crossed in Lebanon.” “We condemn this unacceptable action, which has no justification,” the statement said.
Headquarters and surrounding locations has been attacked many times According to the statement made by UNIFIL, the clashes between Israel and Hezbollah continue in southern Lebanon and continue along the Blue Line. They added that there were also IDF soldiers “They shot on purpose and disabled on-site security cameras.
UNIFIL a UN peacekeeping mission Created by the Security Council in March 1978 Confirms Israel’s withdrawal from Lebanon and its purpose is to restore peace and security. The role of peacekeepers in southern Lebanon is to support the region’s return to stability. Charles Michel, He also condemned attacks by Israeli forces and called on all parties to respect international humanitarian law.
UNIFIL reminded Israeli soldiers: Intentionally attacking UN peacekeepers is a violation of international law humanitarian aid and Security Council Resolution 1701, which aims to end hostilities between Hezbollah and Israel. “We remind the IDF and all actors of their obligations” Ensure the security of UN personnel and property and always respect immunity UN facilities. UNIFIL peacekeeping forces are present to support the return to stability in Southern Lebanon under RS authority.”
Israel’s ground attack on Southern Lebanon
Israel and Iran-backed militant group Hezbollah have been exchanging fire since Israel’s war in Gaza began in October last year. Senior leaders of the militant group have repeatedly insisted: They will not accept a ceasefire unless Israel withdraws from Gaza.
UN peacekeeping commander Jean-Pierre Lacrois announced that the conflicts in the region have intensified. put peacekeepers in “serious danger”. “UNIFIL’s operational activities are in practice paralytic Since September 23. Peacekeepers were imprisoned in their bases and spent significant periods in shelters. This Serious impediment to freedom of movement The fact that the Mission is located within the operational area limited the Mission’s monitoring and reporting capacity.
At the beginning of the month, Israel announced that it would launch. land raids “Limited, local and selective” attacks against the militant group in southern Lebanon. According to a military official, currently There are thousands of active soldiers along a route of approximately 100 kilometers border area. Israel claims that the aim of the operation is to return displaced Israelis to their homes. Since the beginning of the operation, that is, two weeks ago, More than 1,400 people died and more than a million people were displaced.
