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Israeli forces open fire on UN peacekeepers in Lebanon, no injuries

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Israeli military forces opened fire on United Nations peacekeepers in southern Lebanon, mistaking them for suspects near the border. The peacekeepers were unharmed, but the United Nations mission described the incident as a serious violation, noting that heavy machine gun fire landed close to the peacekeepers, forcing them to seek shelter. The Israeli military attributed the misidentification to poor weather and is reviewing the incident. Lebanese authorities condemned the actions as violations of their sovereignty, highlighting ongoing tensions and instability in the region. The situation underscores persistent disputes between Israel, Lebanon, and the presence of international peacekeepers in the area.

Original article source: https://www.arabnews.com/node/2622848/middle-east
Source Id: 2025-11-894527120

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