The patrol was attacked with small arms by non-state actors.
“Tragically, one peacekeeper succumbed to his injuries and three others were injured, two of them seriously,” UNIFIL said in a statement.
The injured peacekeepers were taken to medical centers for treatment.
UNIFIL expressed its condolences to the family and colleagues of the fallen peacekeeper and wished a speedy and complete recovery to the injured.
UNIFIL condemns ‘deliberate attack’
The mission condemned what it described as a “deliberate attack on peacekeepers carrying out their mandated tasks,” noting that explosive ordnance disposal work is critical in the area, particularly after recent hostilities.
UNIFIL said it launched an investigation into the incident, and initial assessments indicated that the fire came from non-state actors, “allegedly Hezbollah.”
The mission reiterated that all actors are obliged under international law to ensure the security of UN personnel and assets at all times.
“Deliberate attacks against peacekeepers are serious violations of international humanitarian law and Security Council Resolution 1701, and may constitute war crimes,” the statement said.
UNIFIL also called on the Government of Lebanon to promptly investigate the incident and hold those responsible accountable.