Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:04pm on 11 Oct 2024,Friday International
The UK government expressed shock after reports of Israel firing on UN peacekeeping bases in southern Lebanon. An Israeli tank reportedly hit a UNIFIL observation post, wounding two peacekeepers. A Downing Street spokesperson said, "We are appalled by these reports," emphasizing the importance of protecting civilians and peacekeepers. Lebanon’s prime minister condemned the Israeli airstrikes that killed 22 civilians in Beirut, while the IDF said it’s investigating the attacks. Over 100 rockets were reportedly fired from Lebanon into northern Israel. The UK reiterated calls for a ceasefire and diplomatic resolution.
