Walkie Talkie Explosions Trigger Tensions in Lebanon and Israel's Response

Wednesday, 18 September 2024, 07:40

Walkie talkie blasts across Lebanon have intensified tensions between Hezbollah and Israel. Following a deadly pager explosion, Hezbollah retaliated with rocket attacks. The situation raises fears of a broader conflict.
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Walkie Talkie Explosions Trigger Tensions in Lebanon and Israel's Response

Walkie Talkie Explosions in Lebanon

Hand-held radios utilized by Hezbollah detonated late on Wednesday across southern Lebanon and in the suburbs of Beirut, leading to significant casualties. The blasts occurred near a Hezbollah-organized funeral for victims of previous pager explosions.

Escalating Conflict with Israel

In retaliation, Hezbollah launched a rocket attack against Israeli artillery positions. Reports indicate that Israel's spy agency, Mossad, had planted explosives in pagers imported by Hezbollah, resulting in massive injuries and fatalities.

  • Death toll rises to 12, including children.
  • Nearly 3,000 injured from the pager explosions.
  • Hezbollah vows to respond to the incident, hinting at possible further escalations.

Implications for the Region

Jordan's Foreign Minister warns that Israel is pushing the Middle East towards a regional war. The situation remains volatile, with Hezbollah maintaining its support for Hamas amidst growing tensions.


This article was prepared using information from open sources in accordance with the principles of Ethical Policy. The editorial team is not responsible for absolute accuracy, as it relies on data from the sources referenced.


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