Ambassador Roey Gilad has advised Ghanaian troops serving with the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon to stay in their bases. The Israeli Ambassador to Ghana, Liberia, and Sierra Leone issued this caution.
The warning follows recent attacks that injured two Ghanaian peacekeepers. Tensions are increasing near the border of Lebanon.
Ambassador Gilad shared this advice directly with journalists. He emphasized the need for the troops' safety.
The Ghanaian soldiers are part of the UNIFIL mission. This mission aims to maintain peace and stability in southern Lebanon.
The specific details of the attacks on the Ghanaian peacekeepers are still being investigated. Their injuries have raised concerns about the safety of peacekeeping operations in the region.
Ambassador Gilad stressed that the troops should prioritize their immediate safety by remaining within their secured locations. This measure is intended to prevent further casualties.