UNIFIL sheds light on southern Lebanon attack that killed French soldier

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UNIFIL sheds light on southern Lebanon attack that killed French soldier Middle East

Issued on: 18/04/2026 - 17:10

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A French soldier was killed in southern Lebanon on Saturday 18, while serving with UNIFIL, the United Nations peacekeeping force. UNIFIL deputy spokesperson Tilak Pokharel was FRANCE 24’s guest this afternoon to explain what happened and what is currently known about those responsible.

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