Second Wave of Deadly Explosions in Lebanon Targets Communication Devices, Escalating Conflict
Lebanon faced a new wave of attacks as walkie-talkies and pagers, reportedly rigged with explosives, detonated across the country. The blasts killed at least 20 and wounded over 450, intensifying the tension with Israel. Israeli officials call this a “new phase” of warfare, while the UN demands an investigation into the civilian impact. The explosions have shaken Beirut, raising concerns over the infiltration of communication device supply chains.
Lebanon has been struck by a second wave of deadly explosions on September 18, 2024, targeting communication devices such as walkie-talkies used by Hezbollah. These blasts, which followed similar pager explosions the previous day, have left at least 20 people dead and more than 450 injured. The attacks, widely attributed to Israel, mark an escalation in the region.
Israel’s Defense Minister declared this as part of a “new phase” of conflict, and its military is reportedly preparing for further action. The United Nations has called for an independent investigation due to the indiscriminate nature of the attacks, which have primarily impacted civilians.
The explosions have caused significant panic in Lebanon, exacerbating fears of a wider conflict. Israeli officials are repositioning resources, and Hezbollah continues to respond with attacks on Israel. Meanwhile, manufacturers like Gold Apollo are under scrutiny for the potential involvement of their devices, with investigations ongoing into how the supply chain was infiltrated to allow these devices to be weaponized.
The UN is holding emergency meetings to discuss the humanitarian impact, while calls for ceasefires remain complicated by the intensifying hostilities.
