Fresh Pager Explosions in Lebanon: 32 Dead, Over 3,250 Injured

At least 32 people have been killed and more than 3,250 injured following explosions involving walkie-talkies and pagers across Lebanon. The incidents, which occurred over the past two days, have heightened fears of escalating conflict between Hezbollah and Israel.

The explosions began with pagers used by Hezbollah members, which detonated simultaneously on Tuesday, resulting in 12 deaths and over 2,800 injuries1. The following day, walkie-talkies exploded, causing additional casualties and injuries2. The devices, reportedly discontinued models, were not officially licensed or vetted by security services.

Medical Overload:

Hospitals are overwhelmed with the influx of injured individuals. Emergency rooms are filled with people suffering from severe injuries, including penetrating traumatic injuries to heads, torsos, and limbs.

Hezbollah and Israel Tensions

The attacks have been linked to a joint operation by Israel’s intelligence service, Mossad, and the Israeli military1. Israel has not publicly commented on the explosions, but sources indicate that the devices were rigged with explosives by Israeli operatives, reported The Hindustan Times.. Hezbollah has vowed retribution, and the Lebanese government has condemned the attacks as “criminal Israeli aggression”.

International Reactions

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has expressed alarm at the consecutive days of explosions, urging all parties to exercise maximum restraint to prevent further escalation1. The situation remains tense, with fears of an all-out war looming over the region.

The U.S. has been informed by Israel about the operation but did not receive detailed plans. The U.S. State Department has urged both sides to avoid actions that could lead to a broader conflict.

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