Lebanon witnessed unprecedented devastation as explosions rocked Hezbollah’s communication devices, resulting in numerous casualties. The attacks, allegedly orchestrated by Israel, have left over 2,800 injured and at least 12 dead, including members of the elite Radwan unit and high-profile individuals like the bodyguards of Hassan Nasrallah and the Iranian ambassador.
The health system is now overwhelmed with the surge in injuries, predominantly severe, requiring amputations and surgeries. Amid this chaos, airlines like Lufthansa and Air France have suspended flights to both Israel and Beirut, highlighting the growing international concern.
The explosions, which targeted pagers and walkie-talkies, disrupted Hezbollah’s military command structure. This attack has been likened to past conflicts, emphasizing the long-standing and intense rivalry between Israel and Hezbollah.
Several countries, including Iraq, Jordan, and Iran, have dispatched aid and medical teams to support Lebanon. The Lebanese government and Hezbollah have accused Israel of being behind these attacks, a charge Israel has neither confirmed nor denied.
The heightened tension has seen retaliatory actions, with more than 30 projectiles fired from Lebanon towards Israel. Hezbollah has vowed revenge, and the situation has sparked fears of a larger confrontation.
The United Nations has called for restraint, warning of the potential for a dramatic escalation. As both sides brace for further conflict, the international community watches closely, hoping to prevent a full-scale war.
