UNIFIL confirms death of two peacekeepers in Southern Lebanon

Crime Diary, International, Middle East

INTERNATIONAL, 30 March 2026 (NPA) — The United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) has announced the killing of two peacekeepers in southern Lebanon on Monday.

According to a statement by UNIFIL, “the two peacekeepers were tragically killed in south Lebanon today, when an explosion of unknown origin destroyed their vehicle near Bani Hayyan. A third peacekeeper was severely injured, and a fourth was also hurt.”

UNIFIL noted that the incident was the second fatal attack in 24 hours, stressing: “We reiterate that no one should ever have to die serving the cause of peace.”

The body extended its “sincerest condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of those brave peacekeepers” and confirmed that an investigation has been launched to determine the cause of the explosion.

The mission reiterated the urgent need for all actors to uphold obligations under international law and ensure the safety of UN personnel and property. It warned that “deliberate attacks on peacekeepers are grave violations of international humanitarian law and of Security Council Resolution 1701, and may constitute war crimes.”

“The human cost of this conflict is far too high. The violence, as we have said before, must end,” the statement added./