3 months ago
Explosion triggers panic in Lebanon amid ongoing tensions
Lebanon Rocked by Mysterious Pager Explosions
Lebanon is grappling with a new crisis as thousands of handheld pagers exploded across the country, killing 37 and injuring over 3,000. The incident, believed to be orchestrated by Israel targeting Hezbollah devices, has reignited fears and trauma from the devastating 2020 Beirut port explosion.
The country, already struggling with political instability and economic hardship, now faces increased tensions with Israel. Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah has vowed retaliation, while Israel warns of potential larger military operations.
The shock, the disarray, the trauma is reminiscent of Beirut after the port explosion. Only this time it was not limited to a city but spread across the country.
- Thousands of handheld pagers exploded across Lebanon, killing 37 and injuring over 3,000.
- Israel is believed to be behind the attacks, targeting devices of Hezbollah group.
- The incident revives trauma from the 2020 Beirut port explosion.
- Lebanon faces political instability, economic crisis, and threat of war with Israel.
- Hezbollah leader vows retaliation, escalating tensions with Israel.