UN peacekeeper killed in Lebanon; Security Council condemns attack

The United Nations Security Council has condemned the killing of a Serbian peacekeeper serving in Lebanon, calling the death a tragic example of ongoing threats against UN personnel. In a statement, the Council said such killings "represent the most tragic instances in a pattern of intimidation, endangerment, and attempts to undermine mandated activities of UN peacekeepers." The attack highlights growing risks for the UN Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL), which monitors stability along the border. The Council did not name a specific group responsible but urged all parties to respect the safety of peacekeeping forces.