The outgoing deputy force commander of the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) was injured after a convoy taking peacekeepers to Beirut airport was "violently attacked," UNIFIL has said.
The mission demanded a full and immediate investigation by Lebanese authorities and for all perpetrators to be brought to justice, it added in a statement.
UNIFIL said the commander was returning home after ending his mission at the time of the attack.
In its statement, UNIFIL added that attacks on peacekeepers are "flagrant violations of international law and may amount to war crimes".
"We are shocked by this outrageous attack on peacekeepers who have been serving to restore security and stability to south Lebanon during a difficult time.
"We demand a full and immediate investigation by Lebanese authorities and for all perpetrators to be brought to justice.
"Peacekeepers continue to work to restore security and stability in south Lebanon in accordance with our mandate under Security Council resolution 1701."
The Irish Defence Forces confirmed that all Irish personnel deployed to Lebanon are well and accounted for following the attack.
In a statement, it said all necessary force protection measures continue to be observed.
I have just been briefed on the very worrying incident at Beirut Airport, where a @UNIFIL was attacked.
— Simon Harris TD (@SimonHarrisTD) February 14, 2025
I can confirm that no Irish peacekeepers were involved.
We will continue to watch developments closely as we work together to ensure stability in Lebanon.
"We echo UNIFIL's condemnation of these attacks and remind all parties of their responsibility to ensure the safety and security of peacekeepers.
"We wish the Deputy Force Commander injured in the attack today, a swift recovery.
"We continue to work alongside our fellow peacekeepers to work to restore security and stability in south Lebanon in accordance with our mandate under Security Council resolution 1701," the Defence Forces said.
Tánaiste and Minister for Defence Simon Harris said he has been briefed on the "very worrying incident" at Beirut Airport.
"We will continue to watch developments closely as we work together to ensure stability in Lebanon," Mr Harris added.
