Four peacekeepers affiliated with the United Nations' peacekeeping mission in Lebanon were injured in an explosion on Saturday morning. The incident occurred near the Blue Line, the demarcation of the border between Israel and Lebanon.
According to the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL), three military observers and a local language assistant were hurt while on a foot patrol when the blast occurred. The injured individuals were promptly evacuated for medical treatment.
UNIFIL has stated that they are currently investigating the origin of the explosion to determine the cause. Lebanese media reports suggested that an Israeli drone strike hit a UN vehicle in southern Lebanon on the same day, a claim that the Israeli military has denied.
The safety and security of peacekeepers serving in conflict zones are of utmost importance, and incidents like these highlight the risks they face in carrying out their duties. The United Nations and UNIFIL are working to ensure the well-being of the injured personnel and to determine the circumstances surrounding the explosion.
