Exploding Pagers Targeting Hezbollah Kill 11 and Wound Thousands, Lebanon Says
In a shocking turn of events, Lebanon has reported that exploding pagers targeting Hezbollah have killed 11 people and wounded thousands more. The attacks, which took place in the southern suburbs of Beirut, have left the country in a state of shock and disbelief.
Hezbollah, a powerful Shiite militant group and political party, has long been a controversial and divisive force in Lebanon. While some see them as defenders of the country against external threats, others view them as a destabilizing force that has brought violence and conflict to the region.
The exploding pagers, which are believed to have been planted by unknown perpetrators, targeted Hezbollah strongholds in the southern suburbs of Beirut. The devices exploded with tremendous force, causing widespread destruction and chaos in the area.
The Lebanese government has condemned the attacks, calling them a cowardly and heinous act of terrorism. Prime Minister Saad Hariri has vowed to bring the perpetrators to justice and has called for unity in the face of this tragedy.
Hezbollah has also condemned the attacks, calling them a blatant attempt to sow discord and division in the country. The group has vowed to retaliate against those responsible and has called for calm and restraint among its supporters.
The explosions have raised fears of a new wave of violence and instability in Lebanon, which has already been grappling with political and economic turmoil in recent years. The country is still reeling from the devastating explosion in Beirut port last year, which killed hundreds and caused widespread damage.
The international community has also condemned the attacks, with the United Nations calling for a thorough investigation and for those responsible to be brought to justice. The European Union, the United States, and other countries have expressed their solidarity with Lebanon and have offered their support in the aftermath of the attacks.
The exploding pagers targeting Hezbollah have sent shockwaves through Lebanon, leaving a trail of death and destruction in their wake. As the country mourns the loss of life and struggles to come to terms with this new wave of violence, the hope remains that justice will be served and peace will prevail in the end.