UN receives reports of peacekeepers’ equipment being stolen by Syrian rebels

Day 2,134, 14:52 Published in Serbia Serbia by Stari Borac
UN receives reports of peacekeepers’ equipment being stolen by Syrian rebels

The UN has been notified that Syrian militants have been seen using uniforms and equipment which they stole from peacekeepers dispatched in Golan Heights, the disputed territory claimed by both Syria and Israel, UN spokesman Martin Nesirky told reporters. Speaking to Russia’s ITAR-TASS news agency, Nesirky confirmed that militants stole blue helmets and other pieces of equipment. He added that such actions are “unacceptable” and said the UN is keeping record of its arms and equipment. Nesirky stressed that the situation at Golan Heights has deteriorated, as fighting continues between Syrian armed forces and rebels.

( http://rt.com/news/line/2013-09-23/#51122 )