A series of explosions rocked Beirut and various parts of Lebanon, causing chaos and devastation as electronic devices detonated in a second wave of attacks. Hezbollah officials and state media reported that walkie-talkies, solar equipment, and other devices exploded following the detonation of hundreds of pagers used by Hezbollah members the day before.
The Health Ministry confirmed that at least nine people were killed and 300 were wounded as a result of the explosions. The blasts occurred during a funeral in Beirut for three Hezbollah members and a child who were killed by exploding pagers, further adding to the tragic events.
Israeli Defence Minister Yoav Gallant declared "a new phase in the war" in a speech to Israeli troops, emphasizing the need for courage and perseverance. However, he did not address the specific explosions of electronic devices in Lebanon.
The explosions have sparked tensions between Israel and Hezbollah, with Hezbollah blaming Israel for the attacks and vowing revenge. The United Nations human rights chief called for an independent investigation into the mass explosions and urged world leaders to defend the rights of all people to live in peace and security.
The ongoing conflict between Israel and Hezbollah, supported by Iran, has escalated with daily exchanges of fire and numerous casualties on both sides. The recent attacks have raised concerns about the potential for further violence and the need for a peaceful resolution to the conflict.
As hospitals in Beirut continue to treat the wounded, the aftermath of the explosions serves as a grim reminder of the ongoing conflict in the region and the impact it has on innocent civilians caught in the crossfire.