Tensions are spiking on the Israel–Lebanon border after Israel’s military acknowledged it opened fire on UN peacekeepers operating in southern Lebanon. According to both UNIFIL and the IDF, Israeli troops misidentified a UN patrol during poor weather conditions, leading to warning shots that landed dangerously close to the peacekeepers. UN officials have condemned the incident as a “serious violation” of UNSC Resolution 1701 and are urging Israel to halt any aggressive actions near UN positions.
The confrontation comes as cross-border instability continues to rise following the Gaza war, with UN bases reporting multiple strikes and Israel citing ongoing threats from Hezbollah. With Israel’s political leadership focusing heavily on security along the northern border, fears are growing that the situation could escalate into a wider conflict involving UN forces, Lebanon, and Israel.
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