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UNIFIL condemns Israeli forces for destroying its surveillance cameras

Source: Global Times
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On April 4, Xinhua News Agency reported from Beirut (reporters Cao Changhao and Shen Feng) that the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) issued a statement saying that the Israel Defense Forces destroyed its surveillance cameras located at the Nagoura border in southern Lebanon. UNIFIL expressed strong concern over this incident and announced that it would submit a formal protest.

UNIFIL spokesperson Adel stated in the announcement that since the 3rd, the Israeli military has destroyed all cameras facing the road at the UNIFIL headquarters in Nagoura. These cameras are used to monitor the surrounding environment of the UNIFIL camp to ensure the safety of the peacekeeping personnel stationed there.

Adel stated that UNIFIL has expressed serious concern to the Israeli military regarding this matter and will submit a formal protest. Adel reminded and emphasized that Israel has an obligation to ensure the safety of United Nations personnel and to respect the principle of the inviolability of United Nations premises.

Recently, the safety of UNIFIL has been repeatedly affected by Israeli military operations in Lebanon, with two attacks resulting in the deaths of three peacekeepers and injuries to several others.

Classification
Region
West Asia
Analytical Domain
Operational
Primary Category / Secondary Categories
Military Operations / Information Operations
Subcategory
Defensive Action
SALUTE Report
Size
Not specified
Activity
Israeli Defense Forces destroyed UNIFIL's surveillance cameras
Location
Nabatieh · Lebanon
Unit
United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL)
Time
April 4, 2023
Equipment
surveillance cameras
Summary

Israeli Defense Forces destroyed surveillance cameras belonging to the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) in Nabatieh, Lebanon, on April 4, 2023. UNIFIL expressed strong concern over the incident and announced plans to file a formal protest. The destroyed cameras were crucial for monitoring the safety of peacekeeping personnel in the area, which has recently seen increased military activity from Israel.

Key Facts
  • Israeli Defense Forces destroyed UNIFIL's surveillance cameras in Nabatieh, Lebanon.
  • UNIFIL expressed strong concern and plans to file a formal protest.
  • The cameras were used to monitor the safety of peacekeeping personnel.
  • Recent Israeli military actions have affected UNIFIL's security, resulting in casualties among peacekeepers.
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