Israel Denies Attacking UN Peacekeepers in Lebanon

Israel Denies Attacking UN Peacekeepers in Lebanon

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Israel Denies Attacking UN Peacekeepers in Lebanon

Israel denies responsibility for attacking UN peacekeepers in Lebanon despite video evidence, amid a wider conflict causing significant civilian casualties.

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Middle EastIsraelMilitaryConflictHumanitarian CrisisCasualtiesInternational Law
Israeli MilitaryUnifilHezbollahEuropean UnionUn Security Council
Kandice ArdielJosep Borrell
What is the humanitarian situation in Gaza?
The ongoing conflict has resulted in a humanitarian crisis, particularly in Gaza, where over 43,000 people have been killed since October, and famine is looming in the north. The scale of civilian casualties underscores the severity of the conflict.
What incident occurred at a UNIFIL base in Ras Naqoura?
The Israeli military denied responsibility for damaging a UNIFIL base in Ras Naqoura, despite UNIFIL providing video evidence of Israeli bulldozers destroying a fence and concrete structure. This incident is one of many attacks on UNIFIL positions since September 30th.
What is the reported death toll in Lebanon due to recent Israeli strikes?
Beyond the attacks on UNIFIL, Israel's ground operation in southern Lebanon and airstrikes have caused significant civilian casualties, including the deaths of at least 15 people on Thursday alone, according to Lebanon's Ministry of Public Health.
What international law and resolution is being violated by the Israeli military's actions?
The Israeli military's actions are a violation of international law and UN Security Council Resolution 1701, which aimed to end the 2006 war between Israel and Hezbollah. UNIFIL has condemned these actions and called for the safety and security of its personnel.
How many times have UN peacekeepers in southern Lebanon been targeted since September 30th?
Since September 30th, the Israeli military has repeatedly demanded that UN peacekeepers leave their positions, escalating tensions and leading to multiple attacks on UNIFIL. These attacks have resulted in injuries and property damage.