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UNIFIL peacekeepers injured in southern Lebanon explosion

18-08-2024 | 05:49

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UNIFIL peacekeepers injured in southern Lebanon explosion

Three peacekeepers from the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) were injured on Sunday in an explosion near their vehicle while on patrol in the vicinity of Yarine, southern Lebanon, a UNIFIL spokesperson said.

The spokesperson confirmed that the injuries were minor.

The UNIFIL added: "We are looking into the incident. We are strongly reminding all parties and actors of their responsibility to avoid harm to peacekeepers and civilians."

Earlier today, three peacekeepers on patrol were lightly injured when an explosion occurred near their clearly marked UN vehicle in the vicinity of Yarine, in south Lebanon All peacekeepers in the patrol returned safely to their base.
— UNIFIL (@UNIFIL_) August 18, 2024

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