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UN Lebanon force demands 'immediate' inquiry into torching of vehicle

The United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon demanded a "full and immediate investigation by Lebanese authorities" Friday after one of its vehicles was torched, wounding its outgoing deputy commander.

"Attacks on peacekeepers are flagrant violations of international law and may amount to war crimes," the UNIFIL peacekeeping force said. "We demand a full and immediate investigation by Lebanese authorities and for all perpetrators to be brought to justice."


The United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon demanded a "full and immediate investigation by Lebanese authorities" Friday after one of its vehicles was torched, wounding its outgoing deputy commander.

"Attacks on peacekeepers are flagrant violations of international law and may amount to war crimes," the UNIFIL peacekeeping force said. "We demand a...