Lebanon Condemns Death of Second French Peacekeeper Following UNIFIL Attack
Beirut, Lebanon – Lebanon’s President Joseph Aoun has strongly condemned the death of a second french peacekeeper in southern Lebanon following an attack on a United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) patrol. The incident occurred on April 22, 2026, as reported by BBC, with information relayed through Gazeta Express. This follows the announcement by French President Emmanuel Macron of the death of a second French citizen resulting from the Sunday attack.
Macron has attributed responsibility to the Iran-backed Hezbollah group, a claim vehemently denied by Hezbollah. In a statement released by Aoun’s office, the president reiterated his condemnation of the incident and extended condolences to the French state and the leadership of UNIFIL. The statement emphasized continued concern regarding the security situation in the region.
The attack, involving a UNIFIL patrol, remains under investigation. Tensions in southern Lebanon have been escalating in recent weeks, with ongoing concerns regarding the safety of international peacekeeping forces and the presence of armed groups. Further details regarding the circumstances surrounding the attack are pending official reports.
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This tragic loss is a serious setback for the ongoing peace efforts in the region.