Ghanaian Peacekeepers Injured After Missile Attack on UNIFIL Base in Southern Lebanon

Two Ghanaian soldiers have been critically injured after missiles struck the Ghana Battalion Headquarters serving under the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) amid escalating hostilities between Israeli forces and Hezbollah fighters in southern Lebanon.

According to a statement issued by the Ghana Armed Forces, the attack occurred between 1745 and 1752 hours local time when two missiles landed within the Ghanaian battalion’s area of responsibility in southern Lebanon.

Military authorities confirmed that two soldiers sustained critical injuries, while another soldier suffered trauma following the incident. The attack also destroyed the Officers’ Mess facility, which was reportedly completely burnt down after being hit.

The injured soldiers are currently receiving medical care at a Level One Medical Bunker within the mission area, where they have been stabilized. Arrangements are underway for their evacuation to the UNIFIL Headquarters Referral Hospital for further treatment.

The Ghana Armed Forces assured the public that despite the attack, Ghanaian troops in the mission area remain safe, as personnel quickly moved into underground bunkers after the missiles were fired.

The incident comes amid renewed exchanges between the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) and the Hezbollah militant group, which have intensified tensions along the southern Lebanese border.

Meanwhile, the Government of Ghana, through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, has formally protested the attack at the United Nations Headquarters in New York. Authorities have urged all parties involved in the conflict to respect their obligations under international law and ensure the safety of UN peacekeepers operating in the region.

In a statement signed by Captain Veronica Adzo Arhin, Acting Director General of Public Relations for the Ghana Armed Forces, officials called for calm among the Ghanaian public while monitoring the evolving situation.

Ghana has long been a key contributor to UN peacekeeping missions, with troops deployed to help maintain stability in conflict-affected regions across the world, including Lebanon.

Authorities say further updates will be provided as the situation develops.