Two Ghana Armed Forces soldiers were seriously hurt. The incident happened in Lebanon where they are serving with the UN. A missile hit their base.
The attack occurred at the headquarters of the Ghanaian Battalion. They are part of the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon UNIFIL. The Ghana Armed Forces confirmed the injuries.
The soldiers sustained critical injuries. They are receiving medical attention. The statement did not specify the exact date of the attack.
A press release from the Acting Director of Public Relations of GAF Captain Veronica Arhin provided the information. The release was dated March 6.
This incident highlights the dangers faced by peacekeepers in conflict zones. Ghana contributes troops to various UN peacekeeping missions.
The Ghana Armed Forces expressed concern for their injured personnel. Further details were not immediately available.