UN Peacekeepers Fired Upon in Lebanon

Mar 16, 2026 Lebanon Lebanon Middle East
UN Peacekeepers Fired Upon in Lebanon

UN peacekeepers in Lebanon were fired upon, with Israel rejecting talks to end the Hezbollah conflict. Heavy rain added to the suffering of displaced persons in

UN Peacekeepers Fired Upon in Lebanon

World United Nations peacekeepers in Lebanon reported being fired upon 'likely by non-state armed groups.'

A Hamas source claimed an Israeli strike killed an official from the Palestinian militant group.

Israel denied plans for direct talks with Lebanon to end the latest conflict with Hezbollah.

Meanwhile, displaced people in Beirut faced harsh conditions due to heavy rain.

The UNIFIL peacekeepers were targeted three times, with Israel attributing some incidents to its own actions.

Hamas confirmed the killing of Wissam Taha.

Lebanon's President proposed direct negotiations, but Israel's Foreign Minister rejected the offer.

The conflict arose following Iran-backed Hezbollah's attack on Israel in response to the killing of Iran's supreme leader.

The death toll has risen to 850, with over 830,000 displaced, including 130,000 in shelters.

Heavy rain worsened the situation, affecting displaced individuals.

Israel has targeted multiple locations, including Sidon and Al-Qatrani village, hitting alleged Hezbollah positions and launch sites.

By news 6 months ago
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