In a notable incident, the Israeli military reported that one of its tanks had driven into a United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) post in southern Lebanon. This movement was part of an operation to evacuate wounded soldiers.

According to a military statement, the action was carried out without threat to the UN peacekeeping force, which has been operating in the region to maintain stability since 1978.

The incident drew attention to the delicate balance of operations in the volatile area, highlighting the importance of diplomatic communications between countries and international organizations like UNIFIL.

(With input from agencies.)