Over 25 people have been arrested in Lebanon following an attack on a United Nations convoy that wounded two peacekeepers, including the outgoing deputy commander. The attack occurred amidst ongoing protests by Hezbollah supporters blocking the road to the country's only international airport over a decision to bar two Iranian flights.
BEIRUT – Lebanese authorities have said more than 25 people have been arrested following an attack on a United Nations convoy that wounded two peacekeepers, including the force’s outgoing deputy commander.
The UN Interim Force in Lebanon has demanded a “full and immediate investigation” after one of its vehicles was set on fire in the attack, which wounded outgoing deputy force commander Chok Bahadur Dhakal, who was heading home to Nepal after completing his mission.UN chief Antonio Guterres condemned the attack.
Prime Minister Nawaf Salam said free speech was vital but “if there is an attempt to block roads and attack public and private property, unfortunately security forces must confront such rioting”. Transport Minister Fayez Rasamny said that the government was trying to bring home citizens stranded in Iran on Lebanese flag carrier Middle East Airlines but that Tehran had not provided the necessary “permissions”.
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