An Indonesian peacekeeper serving with the UNIFIL mission was tragically killed on Sunday, March 29, during an incident amidst the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon. Another soldier was reported to have sustained serious injuries in the same event.
UN Secretary-General António Guterres swiftly and strongly condemned the incident in Lebanon, expressing profound sorrow over the death of the dedicated Indonesian UNIFIL peacekeeper.
“I strongly condemn the incident on Sunday in which an Indonesian peacekeeper was killed amidst hostilities between Israel and Hezbollah,” Guterres stated via the X platform, highlighting the gravity of the situation.
He extended his heartfelt condolences to the fallen peacekeeper’s family, colleagues, and the Indonesian government. Simultaneously, Guterres offered prayers for the rapid recovery of the injured personnel.
“I wish a full and speedy recovery to the injured peacekeeper,” he added, underscoring his concern for their well-being and the safety of all those serving in the mission.
Guterres emphasized that this tragic incident is not isolated but rather “part of a recent series of events that are endangering the safety of peacekeeping forces.”
In response, he issued a firm call to all parties involved, urging them to strictly adhere to international law and to guarantee the constant safety and security of all UN personnel and assets.
Summary
An Indonesian peacekeeper serving with the UNIFIL mission was tragically killed on Sunday, March 29, in Lebanon amidst the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hezbollah. Another soldier sustained serious injuries during the same incident. UN Secretary-General António Guterres swiftly and strongly condemned the death of the dedicated Indonesian UNIFIL peacekeeper.
Guterres expressed profound sorrow and extended his heartfelt condolences to the fallen peacekeeper’s family, colleagues, and the Indonesian government, while also wishing for a rapid recovery for the injured personnel. He emphasized that this incident is part of a recent series endangering peacekeeping forces. The Secretary-General urged all parties to strictly adhere to international law and guarantee the constant safety and security of all UN personnel and assets.