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Qatar has condemned an attack targeting a position belonging to the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) in southern Lebanon.
The attack led to the death of a Serbian peacekeeper and injuries to two others from El Salvador and Spain.
In a statement issued on Thursday, Qatar described the attack as a serious violation of international humanitarian law and United Nations Security Council Resolution 1701.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs reiterated Qatar’s categorical rejection of any attacks targeting UNIFIL, stressing that the peacekeeping mission plays a vital role in maintaining security and stability in Lebanon.
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It also demanded an immediate investigation into the incident and urged that those responsible be held accountable.
The ministry also expressed condolences to the family of the deceased soldier, as well as to the government and people of Serbia, while wishing a speedy recovery to the injured personnel.
The United Nations (UN) Secretary-General, Antonio Guterres, also condemned the attack in a post shared on X.
“I condemn the recent killing of a Serbian @UNIFIL_ peacekeeper in Lebanon. Seven peacekeepers serving with UNIFIL have now been killed & several more have been wounded since the escalation in hostilities since March this year. These attacks must stop,” he wrote.
