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News in English (USA) / 24.09.2024 / 07:00

Escalation of Violence in Lebanon: Exploding Pagers and Military Tensions

A wave of explosions in Lebanon, attributed to Israel's intricate operation involving pagers and walkie-talkies used by Hezbollah, has sparked accusations of terrorism and violations of international law from various global leaders, including former CIA chief Leon Panetta. The attacks, characterized by the unexpected detonation of devices that had been modified into explosives, have raised fears of a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hezbollah. Amid escalating tensions and international calls for restraint, the European Union's top diplomat has urged for a ceasefire. Concurrently, Iran has warned of a 'crushing response' to Israel's actions. The international community is now questioning the legality of employing ordinary technology as weapons, with implications that this could change the landscape of warfare. As the situation remains volatile, Lebanese officials caution that a dangerous escalation could unfold in the coming days.