A violent attack has been carried out against a UNIFIL convoy in Lebanon.

It was taking peacekeepers to Beirut airport when it came under attack and a vehicle was set on fire.

UNIFIL’s outgoing Deputy Force Commander, who was returning home after ending his mission, was injured.

Statement:

This evening a UNIFIL convoy taking peacekeepers to Beirut airport was violently attacked, and a vehicle was set on fire. UNIFIL’s outgoing Deputy Force Commander, who was returning home after ending his mission, was injured.

— UNIFIL (@UNIFIL_) February 14, 2025

The organisation has said it is shocked by this outrageous attack on peacekeepers who have been serving to restore security and stability to south Lebanon.

It is demanding an immediate investigation by Lebanese authorities and for all perpetrators to be brought to justice.

Main image: Soldiers of the 124th Infantry Battalion at Camp Shamrock in Debel before the visit of Tánaiste Micheal Martin, 19-05-2024. Image: PA Images / Alamy