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France Condemns Israeli Gunfire at UN Peacekeepers in Lebanon

12/29/2025

Summary

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France's Foreign Ministry condemned Israeli gunfire targeting United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) peacekeepers in southern Lebanon.
France urged Israel to comply with United Nations Security Council Resolution 1701 and the ceasefire established on November 26, 2024.
A UNIFIL peacekeeper sustained a mild ear concussion near Bastarra, and another UNIFIL patrol in Kfar Shouba faced gunfire.
UNIFIL called these actions serious violations and urged an end to aggression.

History

Historical Context

The 2006 Lebanon War, ignited by Hezbollah's cross-border raid on July 12, led to a devastating conflict between Israel and Hezbollah, resulting in significant casualties and infrastructure damage. On August 11, the UN Security Council adopted Resolution 1701, mandating a ceasefire and the deployment of UNIFIL peacekeepers. Ongoing violations of this resolution, including recent Israeli gunfire against peacekeepers, threaten stability in southern Lebanon.

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France's Foreign Ministry condemned Israeli gunfire targeting United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) peacekeepers in southern Lebanon.
France urged Israel to comply with United Nations Security Council Resolution 1701 and the ceasefire established on November 26, 2024.
A UNIFIL peacekeeper sustained a mild ear concussion near Bastarra, and another UNIFIL patrol in Kfar Shouba faced gunfire.
UNIFIL called these actions serious violations and urged an end to aggression.

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