Beirut in Chaos as Hezbollah Pagers Explode, Leaving Hundreds Injured and Dead

Covert Operation in Beirut

A covert operation, allegedly carried out by Mossad, has caused havoc in a southern Beirut neighborhood on Tuesday. The operation has reportedly resulted in a large number of casualties among Hezbollah operatives and Lebanese civilians.

Exploding Telecommunication Devices

Telecommunication devices used by Hezbollah members started to explode, leading to hundreds of injuries in the suburb of Dahiyeh. Fatalities have also been reported, according to graphic images shared on social media.

Reports from Reuters

According to security sources, Reuters reports, "Hundreds of members of the Lebanese armed group Hezbollah, including fighters and medics, were seriously wounded on Tuesday when the pagers they use to communicate exploded." A Reuters journalist reportedly saw 10 Hezbollah members bleeding from wounds in the southern suburb of Beirut known as Dahiyeh.

Unclear Method of Infiltration

It remains unclear how Israeli intelligence was able to infiltrate Hezbollah's telecommunications. The possibilities include small bombs placed in the pagers or a large-scale cyberhack. However, it is becoming evident that the devices were remotely detonated.

Hezbollah's Biggest Security Breach

An anonymous Hezbollah official, cited in Reuters, referred to the incident as the "biggest security breach" the group has experienced since the start of the nearly year-long conflict with Israel. "Residents said explosions were taking place even 30 minutes after the initial blasts," the report further noted, citing eyewitnesses. There are also urgent calls for blood donations due to the mass casualty event.

Local Hospitals Overwhelmed

Local hospitals are reportedly overwhelmed with victims and groups of family members rushing to entrances seeking information. Israel has not yet commented on the apparent covert operation.

The Aftermath of the Explosions

Most of the videos capturing the aftermath of the initial explosions are too graphic to share. However, some footage shows the chaos that ensued.

Bottom Line

This incident has caused significant upheaval and loss of life in Beirut. It raises questions about the nature of covert operations, the safety of civilians, and the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hezbollah. What are your thoughts on this incident? Share this article with your friends and discuss. Don't forget to sign up for the Daily Briefing, delivered every day at 6pm.