Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah has declared that Israel has crossed 'all red lines' with recent explosions targeting Hezbollah communication devices. These devices, including pagers and walkie-talkies, exploded in various locations in Lebanon, resulting in at least 37 deaths and over 2,900 injuries. Among the casualties were numerous Hezbollah members. Nasrallah accused Israel of planning a mass attack intended to kill 5,000 people, describing it as a 'criminal act' and a 'war declaration.' In response, Hezbollah has threatened retaliation, though the specifics of their response remain undisclosed.
The attacks have intensified the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hezbollah, with each side escalating military actions. Israeli military aircraft have been breaking the sound barrier over Beirut, adding to the tensions. Nasrallah warned that Israelis who evacuated from border areas will not be allowed to return until the conflict in Gaza ceases. The situation has drawn international attention, with high-level diplomats and the UN Security Council addressing the escalation.
This conflict is rooted in the broader struggle between Israel and Hamas in the Gaza Strip, with Hezbollah aligning itself with the Palestinian cause. Nasrallah's statements underscore the heightened state of alert and the readiness of Hezbollah to continue its resistance. The Lebanese authorities have responded by banning the carrying of walkie-talkies and pagers on flights from Beirut, highlighting the severe impact of the explosions on the country's security measures. As the situation develops, both sides remain poised for further confrontations, potentially leading to more widespread violence in the region.
