Israel continues attacks on UN peacekeepers in Lebanon
Summary
Israel continues attacks on United Nations peacekeepers in southern Lebanon, with Nepali troops' shelters destroyed but no casualties reported. Nepal reiterates strong support for UNIFIL amid increasing border tensions.
Key Points
- A shelter of Nepali troops under UNIFIL was destroyed in Israeli airstrikes in southern Lebanon, with no reported casualties.
- Israeli attacks on UNIFIL premises, including Nepali blue helmets, have been frequent and concerning for the Nepali Army.
- UNIFIL, with troops from nearly 50 countries including Nepal, monitors the ceasefire along the Blue Line between Israel and Lebanon.
- Nepal reaffirmed strong support for UNIFIL and called for the safety and security of UN peacekeepers amid ongoing hostilities.
