Unifil, IDF demolished an observation tower

(ANSA) – BEIRUT, OCTOBER 20 – Unifil says that the Israeli army has “deliberately” demolished an “observation tower“. “Today – writes Unifil in a statement – an IDF bulldozer deliberately demolished an observation tower and the perimeter fence of a UN post in Marwahin. Once again, we remind the IDF and all the actors of their obligations to ensure the safety of UN personnel and property and respect the inviolability of UN premises at all times. Once again, we note that violating a UN position and damaging UN property is a flagrant violation of international law. and Security Council Resolution 1701. Furthermore, it endangers the safety and security of our peacekeepers, in violation of international humanitarian law.” “The IDF has repeatedly asked UNIFIL to abandon its positions along the Blue Line and has deliberately damaged UN positions. Despite the pressure placed on the mission and our troop-contributing countries, peacekeepers remain in all positions. We will continue to carry out our monitoring and reporting tasks.” (HANDLE).