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Lebanese Tribunal Issues Death Sentence for Peacekeeper's Murder

7/31/2025

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A Lebanese military tribunal has handed down a death sentence for the murder of Irish UN peacekeeper Private Seán Rooney, who tragically lost his life in December 2022 while on duty in Al-Aqbiya. His sacrifice was honored during a poignant repatriation ceremony on December 18, 2022, reflecting the deep respect for his service.

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A Lebanese military tribunal has handed down a death sentence for the murder of Irish UN peacekeeper Private Seán Rooney, who tragically lost his life in December 2022 while on duty in Al-Aqbiya. His sacrifice was honored during a poignant repatriation ceremony on December 18, 2022, reflecting the deep respect for his service.