Beirut Bombings: Hizbollah Devices Trigger Deadly Explosions

Beirut Bombings: Hizbollah Devices Trigger Deadly Explosions

The city of Beirut has been rocked by explosive device detonations attributed to Hizbollah, resulting in at least three fatalities and over 100 injuries. The militant organization has confirmed that handheld walkie-talkies were used in the blasts, which struck various locations including the town of Sohmor in the Bekaa Valley.

Agnoy in the Streets of Beirut

• The recent explosions are linked to a series of deadly detonations from the day before.
• Reports indicate that three people died during the incidents in the Bekaa Valley, and casualty numbers are expected to rise.
• One of the blasts occurred near a Hizbollah-organized funeral in southern Beirut, causing panic among mourners.

The Scope of the Attacks

1. Initial explosions on Tuesday involved thousands of detonating pagers, resulting in a major loss of life.
2. Victims included children; in total, twelve lost their lives and 2,800 were injured in the prior attack.
3. Grim social media images depict extensive damage and suffering in the aftermath of these events.

In an alarming response to the escalating violence, Hizbollah has vowed retaliation against Israel, raising concerns of a larger conflict in the region. Despite the ongoing tensions, Israel has remained silent regarding the explosions. As authorities monitor the situation closely, the potential for further violence remains palpable.