Lebanon – Israeli army fires at UNIFIL soldiers (October 27, 2025)

France condemns the Israeli fire that targeted a UNIFIL detachment on October 26, 2025.

This incident follows on from incidents observed on October 1, 2 and 11, instances when the Israel Defense Forces had already targeted UNIFIL positions.

France emphasizes that the protection of UN peacekeepers and the safety and security of UN personnel, assets and premises must be guaranteed under international law and UN Resolution 1701.

UNIFIL must be able to fully carry out its mandate and exercise its freedom of movement. At this difficult time, France hails the bravery, professionalism and unwavering dedication of UNIFIL personnel.

France stresses that all parties without exception are required to abide by the November 26, 2024, ceasefire in order to guarantee the security of civilian populations on both sides of the Blue Line and calls on Israel to fully withdraw from Lebanon.