The White House has denied any involvement in the recent explosions of communications devices in Lebanon, which resulted in significant casualties, while Israeli sources claim there was coordination between Israel and the United States regarding these attacks. The US National Security Council's John Kirby emphasized that the US is not involved and is focused on diplomatic efforts to prevent further escalation between Israel and Hezbollah. Meanwhile, the Iranian government has expressed its intent to respond to the attacks, particularly the injury of its ambassador in Lebanon.
- The explosions, which occurred over two days, killed 32 people and injured over 3,250, primarily affecting Hezbollah members and emergency responders who rely on such communication devices. The devices targeted include pagers and ICOM radios, which are essential in areas where mobile networks are unreliable. Reports suggest that Israel may have modified these devices to detonate remotely, leading to heightened tensions in the region.
- The situation in Lebanon is exacerbated by ongoing conflict between Israeli forces and various factions, including Hezbollah, which has seen daily exchanges of fire. The backdrop of this conflict is the recent escalation in Gaza, where US support for Israel has drawn international scrutiny. As tensions rise, both Israel and Hezbollah are preparing for potential larger-scale confrontations.
