All articles tagged with #unifil
Originally Published 2 months ago — by CNN
The Israeli military launched strikes across southern Lebanon targeting Hezbollah, claiming to destroy weapons storage and prevent rearmament, while Lebanon and the UN condemned the attacks as violations of international law and threats to civilians amid ongoing tensions following recent conflicts and a fragile ceasefire.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by AP News
Conflicting reports emerged after UN peacekeepers shot down an Israeli drone over southern Lebanon, with Israel claiming it was conducting routine reconnaissance and UNIFIL stating the drone acted aggressively, amid ongoing tensions and Israeli strikes in the region.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by freebeacon.com
The UN peacekeeping force in Lebanon, largely funded by U.S. taxpayers, is under scrutiny for its expenditures on progressive programs like gender diversity training and yoga, amid debates over its effectiveness and the renewal of its mandate, with the Trump administration considering blocking its reauthorization due to concerns over its activities and mission failure.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Jerusalem Post
Four Italian soldiers were wounded when a Hezbollah rocket hit a UNIFIL post in southern Lebanon, according to confirmations from both UNIFIL and the IDF. The attack, which targeted a bunker and logistics area, was part of a series of assaults by Hezbollah on UNIFIL bases, including previous damage to posts in Ramyeh and Chamaa. Initially, Italy had blamed Israel for the attack, but later reports confirmed Hezbollah's involvement, with the rockets being fired from Deir Qanoun in southern Lebanon.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Jerusalem Post
Italy's defense ministry has admitted that Hezbollah staged an attack on a UNIFIL base in Lebanon, which was initially blamed on the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF). The incident involved rocket fire that hit the base, but an IDF review later determined Hezbollah was responsible. The attack did not result in serious injuries, and UNIFIL confirmed the strikes were likely carried out by non-state actors within Lebanon.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Barron's
Italy's defense ministry has clarified that Hezbollah, not Israel, was responsible for a recent attack on a UN peacekeeping base in Lebanon. Initially, Italian Defense Minister Guido Crosetto had blamed Israeli forces for the attack, but later reports indicated that he had only partial information at the time. The attack involved eight rockets hitting the UNIFIL base in Chamaa, where Italian troops are stationed, but no serious injuries were reported. Italy is a major contributor to the UNIFIL force, which monitors the demarcation line between Lebanon and Israel.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Jerusalem Post
A Hezbollah rocket barrage targeting Israel resulted in a misfire that struck a UNIFIL base in southern Lebanon, injuring four Ghanaian peacekeepers. The IDF confirmed the rocket was launched from Deir Aames, while UNIFIL attributed the attack to non-state actors in Lebanon. Additional UNIFIL bases were hit by rockets, causing damage but no further injuries. The incident drew criticism from Italian Defense Minister Guido Crosetto, who condemned the attacks during a European Defense Ministers meeting.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Jerusalem Post
UNIFIL peacekeepers were fired upon during a patrol in southern Lebanon, highlighting the ongoing dangers they face in the region. The incident involved French and Finnish peacekeepers who were initially blocked by armed individuals before being shot at 40 times from behind. Although no injuries were reported, the attack is suspected to involve non-state actors possibly linked to Hezbollah or Iran-affiliated militias. UNIFIL condemned the attack as a violation of international laws and resolution 1701, emphasizing the perilous conditions under which peacekeepers operate.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NPR
UN peacekeepers in Lebanon are caught in the escalating conflict between Hezbollah and Israel, with daily attacks threatening to spiral into full-scale war. UNIFIL, the long-standing peacekeeping mission, continues to patrol the volatile border and report cease-fire violations, but increased hostilities have made their mission more dangerous. Both sides claim to avoid war, yet preparations for broader conflict are evident, raising fears of a significant escalation.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Reuters
Three UN observers and a translator were wounded in south Lebanon when a shell exploded near them during a foot patrol, with the origin of the blast still under investigation. The U.N. peacekeeping mission, UNIFIL, condemned the targeting of peacekeepers, and the Israeli military denied involvement in the incident. The U.N. and various countries have called for a cessation of hostilities across the Blue Line, emphasizing the need to ensure the safety of peacekeepers and the urgent need for a diplomatic resolution to the exchanges of fire between Hezbollah and Israel.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CBS News
Three U.N. military observers and a Lebanese interpreter were wounded by a shell explosion while patrolling the southern Lebanese border, with fears of a widening conflict in the Middle East as clashes between the Israeli military and Hezbollah militants escalate. UNIFIL, the U.N. peacekeeping mission in Lebanon, stated that the observers' vehicle had clear U.N. markings and had informed all warring parties of their patrols. The Israeli military denied targeting the observers, and UNIFIL called for a cessation of heavy exchanges of fire to prevent further harm.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Sky News
Four people, including UN observers, were injured after a shell exploded near a UN patrol in southern Lebanon, with conflicting reports about the cause. UNIFIL called for the protection of non-combatants and urged all actors to cease the heavy exchanges of fire. The incident comes amid a surge of violence along the border between Lebanon and Israel, with concerns growing about further escalation between Israel and Hezbollah.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Al Jazeera English
Three UN observers and a translator were wounded by an explosion near the Israeli-Lebanese border, prompting the UN peacekeeping mission, UNIFIL, to condemn the targeting of peacekeepers. The origin of the blast is still under investigation, with conflicting reports about whether it was caused by an Israeli strike. The incident adds to the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hezbollah, with UNIFIL calling for a cessation of hostilities to prevent further harm to non-combatants.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NBC News
Three U.N. technical observers and a translator were wounded in southern Lebanon near the border town of Rmeish, with the U.N. peacekeeping mission stating that the incident was caused by an explosion. While two security sources claim it was the result of an Israeli strike, the Israeli military denies hitting a vehicle belonging to UNIFIL. UNIFIL is investigating the origin of the explosion and has not attributed it to Israel, emphasizing the need for all actors to protect non-combatants and cease heavy exchanges of fire. The incident comes amid escalating hostilities between Israel and Lebanon, with recent deadly airstrikes and rocket attacks, as well as previous incidents involving UNIFIL patrols and journalists.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Haaretz
A strike attributed to Israel hit a vehicle carrying United Nations observers near the southern Lebanese border, injuring four, while the IDF denies involvement; a 13-year-old Palestinian was shot and killed by Israeli army forces in the West Bank town of Qabatiya, with two others wounded; a rocket fell in an open field in northern Israel with no reported casualties; Israeli police arrested 16 people suspected of incitement and supporting terrorism at the Temple Mount; Malaysia arrested a 36-year-old armed man suspected of being an Israeli spy, found with six handguns and 200 bullets.