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UNIFIL Accuses Israel of Drone Grenade Drops Near Peacekeepers in Southern Lebanon

The dispute heightens concern for peacekeeper safety ahead of the mission's planned 2026 end.

Overview

  • UNIFIL said Israeli drones dropped four grenades near its personnel during road-clearing work southeast of Marwahin, with one blast about 20 meters from staff and vehicles.
  • The mission said the Israeli military had been notified in advance of the operation to remove barriers blocking access to a UN position.
  • The Israeli army denied deliberately targeting UN personnel, saying troops responded to suspicious activity with several stun grenades to deter a perceived threat.
  • UNIFIL called the incident one of the most serious since the November 2024 ceasefire and labeled it a grave breach of Resolution 1701 and international law.
  • France condemned the episode and urged unrestricted freedom of movement for the UN force, which the Security Council has decided to wind down by the end of 2026.