EU Condemns Israeli Attacks on UN Peacekeepers

The European Union has condemned recent attacks on UN peacekeepers in Lebanon, primarily attributed to Israeli forces, and rejected claims that UN Secretary General António Guterres is obstructing Israeli military operations against Hezbollah. EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell emphasized the critical role of the UN Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) and deemed the attacks 'completely unacceptable.' Tensions have escalated as Israel intensifies its campaign against Hezbollah while simultaneously conducting operations in Gaza, where over 42,000 Palestinians have reportedly been killed. Israel has called for UNIFIL to evacuate the area, accusing them of shielding Hezbollah, but Borrell insisted that any changes to UNIFIL's deployment should be decided by the UN Security Council. Meanwhile, Hezbollah has threatened further attacks against Israel in retaliation for military actions, including a recent drone strike that killed Israeli soldiers. The situation remains volatile, with international scrutiny on the safety of peacekeepers and the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.