UN peacekeepers in Lebanon fired upon 20 times amid Israel-Hezbollah fight: Official
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UN peacekeepers in Lebanon came under fire roughly 20 times amid Israel-Hezbollah hostilities this month.
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UN peacekeepers in southern Lebanon have come under fire approximately 20 times since hostilities between Israel and Hezbollah resumed this month, according to a UN official. The attacks put international forces caught in the crossfire at risk as fighting intensifies in the border region. The incidents underscore the dangers faced by the 10,000-strong UN force (UNIFIL) tasked with maintaining a ceasefire between the two sides and preventing cross-border escalation. Peacekeepers have limited ability to defend themselves and typically rely on restraint from warring parties to operate safely. The recurring fire raises concerns about the deteriorating security situation and whether the UN mission can effectively function amid renewed conflict.
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