The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates in Lebanon has issued a statement condemning an attack on a United Nations peacekeeping base. The base is part of the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon known as UNIFIL.
Several peacekeepers sustained injuries during the attack. The incident occurred in southern Lebanon.
In its statement released on March 7, the Lebanese Foreign Ministry declared the attack a serious violation of international law. The ministry did not specify which group carried out the attack or the exact number of peacekeepers injured.
UNIFIL is a UN peacekeeping mission established in 1978. Its mandate includes confirming the withdrawal of Israeli forces from southern Lebanon and helping the government restore its authority in the area.
Ghana contributes troops to the UNIFIL mission. This attack highlights the dangers faced by peacekeepers serving in conflict zones.
The Lebanese government has pledged its cooperation with UN authorities to investigate the incident. Further details about the investigation are expected.