UNIFIL expressed concern over an Israeli incursion in Blida on Thursday morning, in a post on X/Twitter in the evening.
"Such an Israeli action north of the Blue Line constitutes a blatant violation of Security Council Resolution 1701 and Lebanon’s sovereignty," the organization said.
"UNIFIL reiterates its call for all parties to fully commit to the cessation of hostilities and emphasizes that the extension of state authority through its institutions is central to Resolution 1701. UNIFIL remains in communication with the Lebanese Armed Forces regarding the incident."
"An immediate threat"
The Israeli military confirmed its troops had operated in Blida overnight, saying they opened fire after identifying "an immediate threat" during an operation to destroy Hezbollah infrastructure. The incident was under review, it added.
It was unclear whether Salameh had been deliberately targeted, and, if so, the reasons behind it.
Lebanese President Michel Aoun condemned the attack, calling it part of a broader pattern of Israeli aggression. He noted the incident occurred shortly after a meeting of the committee monitoring the cessation of hostilities, urging the committee to push Israel to honor the November 27, 2024, ceasefire agreement and halt its breaches of Lebanese sovereignty.
Prime Minister Nawaf Salam also condemned the incursion, describing it as "a blatant attack on the institutions and sovereignty of the Lebanese state."
Lebanon's army has deployed to the area, but no further details were provided.
Despite the ceasefire agreement reached nearly a year ago, Israel has continued airstrikes and limited ground operations in Lebanese territory.
Israel says these actions are intended to prevent Hezbollah from rebuilding its military presence in the south. However, Lebanon accuses Israel of violating the truce, with tensions continuing to rise along the border.
Reuters contributed to this report.