UNIFIL calls for halt to military escalation in Southern Lebanon

2026-03-15 - 12:17

Beirut, March 15 (SANA) UNIFIL spokesman Danny Alghafari called for an end to the military escalation in southern Lebanon, warning that Israeli airstrikes are putting civilians and peacekeepers at risk. Alghafari said in a statement Sunday that military escalation in southern Lebanon has continued since March 2, with cross-border fire and a recent shooting incident targeting UN force. The spokesman condemned the attack on UNIFIL and urged all parties to uphold their obligations and ensure the safety of peacekeepers. He noted that about 7,500 UN troops continue operating south of the Litani River under UN Security Council Resolution 1701. Alghafari added that UNIFIL forces continue to monitor and document violations, report them to the Security Council, facilitate humanitarian access and protect civilians. R.A