"UNIFIL confirmed that one of its peacekeepers was killed in the country's south as fighting between Israeli troops and the Hezbollah group intensifies amid Israel's invasion."
"The UNIFIL statement said they did not know the origin of the projectile but had launched an investigation, emphasizing that no one should ever lose their life serving the cause of peace."
"UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres called on all to uphold their obligations under international law and to ensure the safety and security of UN personnel and property at all times."
"Israeli officials say their invasion of southern Lebanon intends to set up a security zone extending 30km from the Israeli border."
An Indonesian peacekeeper was killed and three others wounded due to indirect artillery fire in southern Lebanon amid escalating conflict between Israel and Hezbollah. UNIFIL stated they are investigating the origin of the projectile that caused the fatality. UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres emphasized the need to uphold international law to protect UN personnel. Since the fighting began on March 2, UNIFIL positions have been targeted multiple times. The conflict intensified following Hezbollah's rocket attacks on Israel after the assassination of Iran's Supreme Leader on February 28.
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