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UN Peacekeeper Killed in Lebanon Attack, Hezbollah Denies Involvement
UN Peacekeeping Force Attacked in Southern Lebanon, One French Soldier Dead
On Saturday morning, a UN peacekeeping force (UNIFIL) in southern Lebanon came under attack, resulting in the death of one French peacekeeper and injuries to three others. The incident was confirmed by French President Emmanuel Macron and UNIFIL, who both attributed the attack to Hezbollah. However, the Lebanese militant group has vehemently denied any involvement.
UN to Investigate Incident, Calls for Accountability
In response to the attack, Jean-Pierre Lacroix, the UN Under-Secretary-General for Peace Operations, stated in an interview that the death of the French peacekeeper would be investigated. Lacroix emphasized the gravity of the incident and assured that the UN is closely monitoring the situation. This attack could potentially escalate tensions in the region.
*Source: YouTube: France 24 English (2026-04-18)*
