French peacekeeper killed in southern Lebanon
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A French peacekeeper was killed in southern Lebanon, with President Macron blaming Hezbollah.
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A French peacekeeper was killed in southern Lebanon. President Macron attributed the attack to Hezbollah, though the Iran-backed armed group denies any involvement. This incident escalates tensions in a volatile region where international forces are present. The death marks a significant security challenge for the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL).
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