France condemns the firing of rockets – probably by Hezbollah – which injured four Italian UNIFIL peacekeepers on Friday, 22 November.
With several patrols having suffered similar incidents in recent weeks, France reaffirms the essential need for UNIFIL to maintain its freedom of movement in order to fully implement its mandate.
France reiterates that the protection of peacekeepers and the safety and security of United Nations staff, assets and premises must be guaranteed.
Any attack against UNIFIL peacekeepers constitutes a violation of international law and United Nations Security Council Resolution 1701.
France salutes the courage, professionalism and ongoing commitment of UNIFIL during this difficult time.
France remains actively committed to achieving a ceasefire in Lebanon and the full implementation of Resolution 1701.