Pope urges ‘respect’ for UN peacekeepers in Lebanon

Pope Francis has called for "respect" for the soldiers of the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) following accusations that the Israeli army "deliberately" fired on their positions.

This week, UNIFIL reported that at least five peacekeepers were injured in the incident. The Pope emphasized the importance of protecting those who work to maintain peace in conflict zones. His appeal comes amid heightened tensions in the region and ongoing calls for diplomacy.