The Israeli Defense Forces confirmed that Hezbollah launched gunfire against UNIFIL peacekeepers in southern Lebanon, resulting in the death of a French soldier and injuries to three others. The attack took place while the UN forces were clearing unexploded munitions in the Al-Ghandouriyah area, highlighting ongoing Hezbollah efforts to exploit the ceasefire and threaten international personnel in the region. French President Emmanuel Macron publicly blamed Hezbollah, demanding Lebanese authorities swiftly arrest those responsible, while France mourned the loss of Sgt. Florian Montorio of the 17th Parachute Engineer Regiment.
Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam condemned the attack, emphasizing its detrimental impact on Lebanon and promising an investigation into the incident. UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres condemned the assault, calling on all actors to uphold the ceasefire, although he did not specify Hezbollah by name. The incident underscores the fragile security situation in Lebanon amid ongoing tensions and international efforts to maintain peace.