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French peacekeeper killed in Lebanon

French peacekeeper killed in Lebanon

The United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) reported that a patrol was targeted by small-arms fire near the village of Ghandouriyeh.

French President Emmanuel Macron condemned the 'unacceptable attack' and indicated that Hezbollah was likely responsible, though the group has denied involvement.

The incident has cast a shadow over the ongoing truce, which was intended to allow displaced civilians to return home.

International leaders have called for a thorough investigation to ensure accountability for the peacekeeper's death.

Centro Universitário Filadélfia
University in Londrina, Brazil
Emmanuel Macron
President of France and Co-Prince of Andorra since 2017
Hezbollah
Iranian-backed Shia Islamist political party and armed organization in Lebanon
Lebanon
Country in West Asia
France
Country in Western Europe and other continents (through its overseas territories in America, Africa and Oceania)