Exploding Pagers in Lebanon and Syria: A Sophisticated Attack Against Hezbollah Raises Regional Tensions

A recent wave of pager explosions has rocked Hezbollah in Lebanon and Syria, killing at least nine people, including an 8-year-old girl, and injuring thousands. The incident, attributed to a sophisticated attack possibly orchestrated by Israel, has raised fears of further escalation in the already volatile region. Details of the Attack: The pagers exploded almost simultaneously around 3:30 p.m. on a Tuesday, particularly in areas where Hezbollah has a strong presence, such as southern Beirut, the Beqaa region of eastern Lebanon, and Damascus. These newly acquired pagers were introduced after Hezbollah’s leadership instructed members to stop using cell phones to avoid tracking by Israeli intelligence. Method of Attack: The pagers […]

Exploding Pagers in Lebanon and Syria: A Sophisticated Attack Against Hezbollah Raises Regional Tensions