UN investigation indicates peacekeepers' base in Lebanon may have come under Israeli tank fire
Kyiv • UNN
The investigation points to targeted fire from an Israeli tank at the Al-Qawzah base. As a result of the attack, three peacekeepers from Ghana were injured.
Preliminary findings of an internal UN investigation indicate that the position of the UNIFIL peacekeeping mission in southern Lebanon may have been shelled by an Israeli tank. As a result of the incident, peacekeepers from Ghana were wounded. This is reported by Reuters, writes UNN.
Details
The incident occurred on March 6 at the Al-Kawza base. According to a Western military source, at least three 120mm shells were fired at the facility.
Israel's involvement in the attack on UNIFIL is undeniable, given that these munitions are manufactured by Israel Military Industries.
According to him, the nature of the damage indicates a targeted, rather than accidental, shelling.
UN Reaction
The peacekeeping mission confirmed the shelling, but stressed that the investigation is still ongoing.
This investigation is not yet complete. Once it is completed, the information will be provided to the parties.
She also emphasized:
"Any deliberate attack on peacekeepers is a serious violation of international humanitarian law."
Risks are growing
The incident comes amid an escalation of the situation in the region. Southern Lebanon remains an area of active hostilities between Israel and Hezbollah militants.
Experts warn that if Israel's ground operation expands, the risks for UN peacekeepers could significantly increase.
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