It condemned these countries for contributing to “UNIFIL“, severely recent attacks against Peacekeeping forces She called for it to be investigated appropriately.
The 40 countries stressed the importance of the role played by UNIFIL, especially in light of the escalation of tensions in The Middle East.
The UNIFIL spokesman had warned of the outbreak of “a regional conflict that would have catastrophic effects on everyone,” stressing, in an interview with Sky News Arabia, that Tel Aviv Demanding the protection of peacekeeping forces.
UNIFIL spokesman Andrea Tenenti said, “Our forces were targeted in several locations. 4 members were injured. Security cameras at our bases were hit and marches were sent in the places where UNIFIL forces are stationed. This is a serious violation of Resolution 1701 and a violation of international humanitarian law.”
He pointed out that UNIFIL sites were subjected to several strikes that led to the malfunction of some surveillance equipment and the injury of its members, explaining that they enjoy special protection in accordance with international law, and any attack on them is considered War crime According to the system International Criminal Court.
Tenenti said Israeli forces I asked UNIFIL to move away from the Blue Line, but it refused and decided to stay, adding that “it is necessary to monitor the situation as much as possible despite our limited capabilities.”
UNIFIL believes that Tel Aviv’s demand for its forces to evacuate their positions in… South Lebanondirectly contradicts its mandate granted by the Security Council, and also constitutes unlawful interference in United Nations operations.
He explained that the UNIFIL forces consist of about 10,000 members from 50 countries and are still in their positions in South Lebanon“It is necessary to realize,” he said Israel It is its duty to ensure the safety and security of our forces.”
Unchecked incursion
As Israel contented itself with urging UNIFIL members to move away from the range of its strikes, doubts began to grow within international circles about the desire to Israel In removing UN forces from Lebanon.
Military experts suggested that Israeli army He deliberately targets UNIFIL to remove its members from Lebanon to advance further in its ground operation without deterrence, even if this poses a challenge to the international community.
Rejection of Israeli actions
Several countries have expressed their rejection of Israeli actions, as mentioned French Foreign Ministry In a statement, it is still waiting for clarifications from Israel.
The French Foreign Ministry stressed that protecting peacekeeping forces is an obligation that applies to all parties in any conflict.
He stressed US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin, in contact with Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, stressed the need to ensure the security of UNIFIL forces and the Lebanese army.
She was convicted UAE The attack on the United Nations peacekeeping force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) was severely affected, which caused the injury of a number of force members. Assistant Foreign Minister for Political Affairs Lana Zaki Nusseibeh said that targeting peace forces is a violation of the principles of international law and the provisions of UN Security Council Resolution No. 1701. .
She stressed the UAE’s firm stance and support for Lebanon, its sovereignty and territorial integrity, and its support for the important role played by the United Nations peacekeeping force in Lebanon.
She reiterated the UAE’s support for international efforts aimed at reducing the escalation and achieving an immediate ceasefire.
