Ambassador Roey Gilad, who represents Israel in Ghana, Liberia, and Sierra Leone, has spoken out about recent attacks on Ghanaian peacekeepers. He issued a direct caution to the Ghanaian troops serving under the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon.
The ambassador advised the soldiers to remain within their bases. This instruction is a response to rising tensions along the border of Lebanon.
The advisory was issued less than 24 hours before two Ghanaian peacekeepers sustained injuries. These injuries occurred during an incident near the border area.
The specific details of the attack and the extent of the peacekeepers injuries have not been fully disclosed.
Ghana has a significant presence in UNIFIL, contributing a substantial number of troops to the peacekeeping mission in southern Lebanon.
The ambassador's statement highlights the serious nature of the current security situation in the region. It emphasizes the risks faced by peacekeeping personnel.