Attacker killed who fired on army troops in Lebanon

BEIRUT, Lebanon

The Lebanese army on Saturday said at least one attacker was killed who fired on troops.

The attack occurred in the eastern province of Baalbek while troops were searching for a suspect sought by judicial authorities, according to a statement.

More attackers were injured during clashes and search efforts are underway to arrest the perpetrators who escaped from the scene, the statement added.

* Writing by Ahmet Gencturk in Ankara