The United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) has confirmed that four Ghanaian peacekeepers were injured in a rocket attack near their base in southern Lebanon on Tuesday. The attack, which occurred in the vicinity of the UNIFIL compound, involved multiple rockets fired from an unknown location. The peacekeepers were stationed as part of the UN mission to maintain peace and stability in the region.
UNIFIL spokespersons have stated that the injured soldiers have been swiftly evacuated to a nearby medical facility for treatment. The force did not specify the severity of their injuries but assured that the soldiers are being cared for. The attack comes amid ongoing tensions in the region, as hostilities between various factions in Lebanon and neighboring Israel have escalated in recent weeks.
The peacekeepers were part of the larger UNIFIL mission, which has been stationed in southern Lebanon since 1978. Their primary role is to monitor the cessation of hostilities between Lebanon and Israel and to assist in maintaining the peace in the volatile region. The UN has condemned the attack, calling it a violation of the safety of its personnel, and emphasized the need for immediate action to hold those responsible accountable.
As the investigation into the rocket attack continues, UNIFIL has called for all parties in the area to respect the safety of UN peacekeepers. The Ghanaian government has also expressed concern over the incident, and discussions with UNIFIL are ongoing to ensure the wellbeing of the affected soldiers. This attack serves as a stark reminder of the dangers faced by peacekeepers in conflict zones and highlights the importance of maintaining international support for peacekeeping missions around the world.