A Polish soldier sustained a head injury after a mine-trap exploded near a military vehicle in Bint Jubayl, Lebanon, on Sunday, triggering a probe.
Investigation Launched After Attack
The Prosecutor’s Office initiated an investigation on Monday, March 30th, following the attack that occurred the previous day in Bint Jubayl, Lebanon.
The incident involved an explosion of a mine-trap near an HMMWV armored vehicle carrying four soldiers from the Polish Military Contingent in Lebanon.
Soldier Injured in Blast
One soldier, a non-commissioned officer from the 12th Mechanized Brigade, sustained minor head injuries in the explosion, according to the Operational Command of the Armed Forces Branches.
The injured soldier received specialized medical attention, while other patrol members were provided with psychological support.
Attack Failed to Achieve Its Goal
Investigators believe the attacker placed the explosive device along the planned route of the convoy, but failed to achieve their objective, likely due to the security measures in place on the vehicle.
Military Gendarmerie to Lead Inquiry
Warsaw District Prosecutor Piotr Antoni Skiba announced that the investigation has been entrusted to the Main Command of the Military Gendarmerie.
A prosecutor is currently coordinating activities with the Military Gendarmerie in Lebanon, including interviewing witnesses, gathering documentation, and inspecting the scene.
Polish Contingent in Lebanon
The Polish Military Contingent UNIFIL, part of the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon, began operations in November 2019.
The contingent operates in the southeastern part of the Western Sector – the border between Lebanon and Israel.
Mission Objectives and Personnel
The primary tasks of the Polish military contingent in Lebanon include protecting civilians, monitoring the demarcation line (the “blue line”), and supporting the Lebanese government in maintaining peace and security, in accordance with a UN Security Council resolution.
The contingent consists of up to 250 soldiers, with the 12th Mechanized Brigade from Szczecin forming the core of the 12th rotation, supported by specialists from other military units.
UNIFIL Mission Background
UNIFIL has been stationed in southern Lebanon since 1978, monitoring the security situation along the demarcation line with Israel.
The mission involves approximately 10,000 soldiers, including those from Poland, and is scheduled to conclude at the end of 2026.