Civilians and peacekeepers at risk, amid escalating Lebanon conflict
BEIRUT, Lebanon – The escalating conflict in Lebanon is putting civilians and peacekeepers at risk, the United Nations has warned.
“We are deeply concerned about the escalating violence in Lebanon, which is putting civilians and peacekeepers at risk,” said Stephanie Williams, the UN Special Coordinator for Lebanon. “We call on all parties to cease fire immediately and to respect international humanitarian law.”
The conflict, which began on July 12, has already claimed the lives of dozens of people, including civilians and peacekeepers. The UN has also reported that hundreds of thousands of people have been displaced from their homes.
The conflict is between the Lebanese Armed Forces and the Hezbollah militant group. Hezbollah has been firing rockets into Israel, which has responded with airstrikes.
The UN has called for a ceasefire and for all parties to respect international humanitarian law. The UN has also urged the Lebanese government to take steps to protect civilians and to provide assistance to those who have been displaced.
The conflict in Lebanon is a serious threat to regional stability. The UN is calling on all parties to take steps to de-escalate the violence and to reach a negotiated settlement.
Here are some specific examples of how civilians and peacekeepers are being put at risk:
- Civilians are being killed and injured in airstrikes and rocket attacks.
- Civilians are being displaced from their homes.
- Peacekeepers are being targeted by both sides in the conflict.
The UN is calling on all parties to respect international humanitarian law and to take steps to protect civilians and peacekeepers.
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