United Nations Interim Force In Lebanon (UNIFIL) has disclosed, “a peacekeeper at UNIFIL’s headquarters in Naqoura was hit by gunfire.”
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“He underwent surgery at our Naqoura hospital to remove the bullet and is currently stable”, it further disclosed.
The disclosure was made via a statement by UNIFIL on Saturday 12 October, 2024.
Two (2) peacekeepers had earlier sustained injuries after suffering attack from IDF soldiers, as revealed by the UN agency.
“Also last night, buildings in our UN position in Ramyah sustained significant damage due to explosions from nearby shelling.”
According to UNIFIL:
Statement:
Last night, a peacekeeper at UNIFIL’s headquarters in Naqoura was hit by gunfire due to ongoing military activity nearby. He underwent surgery at our Naqoura hospital to remove the bullet and is currently stable. We do not yet know the origin of the fire.
Also last night, buildings in our UN position in Ramyah sustained significant damage due to explosions from nearby shelling.
We remind all actors of their obligations to ensure the safety and security of UN personnel and premises, including avoiding combat activities near UNIFIL positions.
