Lebanon’s Foreign Ministry has formally lodged a complaint with the United Nations Security Council against Israel, alleging the spraying of herbicides within Lebanese territory. The complaint, submitted on June 10th, details concerns over the Israeli military’s use of glyphosate. Lebanese officials claim the spraying occurred earlier this year and constitutes a violation of Lebanese sovereignty. The ministry asserts the action poses potential environmental and health risks. No details were provided regarding the specific location or extent of the spraying. The complaint seeks a UN investigation into the matter and a cessation of the alleged activity. This action escalates existing tensions between the two nations, which do not have formal diplomatic relations.
