At least eleven people have died and 2,700 have been injured due to a series of explosions of pagers in Lebanon, predominantly affecting members of Hezbollah. The explosions occurred simultaneously across multiple regions, raising suspicions of Israeli involvement, although Israel has not claimed responsibility. Among the casualties are several children and a prominent Iranian diplomat, who suffered severe injuries. The explosions have sparked concerns of escalating conflict between Hezbollah and Israel, especially following recent statements from Israeli officials indicating a shift towards military action against Hezbollah. The attack has raised questions about Hezbollah's communication security and its capacity to respond amid growing tensions in the region.
- Witnesses report that the explosions were particularly devastating in the Dahiya district of Beirut, a stronghold of Hezbollah, and in the southern regions of Lebanon. The Iranian ambassador to Lebanon was reportedly injured but is expected to recover. Hezbollah's leadership is under pressure to respond decisively to restore its image of strength after the attacks, which have left many of its members questioning their safety and the security of their communications. As the situation develops, residents in northern Israel are being advised to remain vigilant due to the heightened state of alert along the border.
