The occupying state Israel's tanks launched an attack on the UN base. Following the attack, a statement from the UN Peacekeeping Force indicated that an explanation was requested from Israel. It was reported that the main gates were destroyed in Israel's attack and 15 peacekeeping soldiers were injured. NETANYAHU TO THE UN PEACEKEEPING FORCE: WITHDRAWIsraeli Prime Minister Netanyahu had released a video message requesting the withdrawal of the UN Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) from southern Lebanon, which was targeted by the Israeli army. Addressing UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, Netanyahu said, "Mr. Secretary-General, keep the Lebanese Peacekeeping Force away from danger. This needs to be done right now."
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