UNIFIL accuses Israeli occupation of targeting its members

BEIRUT, May 14 (KUNA) -- The United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) expressed on Wednesday concern over the recent hostile attitude of Israeli occupation forces toward peacekeepers near the Blue Line in southern Lebanon.
UNIFIL reported that shots were fired, with one hitting a UNIFIL base, the first direct strike since the ceasefire on November 27.
They also noted at least four other incidents of gunfire near their positions, which they deemed a source of grave concern.
Additionally, UNIFIL highlighted an instance of hostile behavior when Israeli forces aimed a laser beam at peacekeepers conducting operations alongside the Lebanese Armed Forces near Maroun al-Ras.
An earlier incident on May 7 involved Israeli tanks targeting a UNIFIL patrol with lasers, while a drone followed the patrol closely.
UNIFIL reiterated its protest against these actions and called for respect of the safety of its personnel and property. (end) fz.ara