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Israel says it killed Hezbollah commander in Beirut strike

The Israeli military on Friday said its air strike in the southern suburbs of Beirut killed top Hezbollah commander Ibrahim Aqil and other senior commanders of the movement's Radwan special forces. Hezbollah has not confirmed the killing. The massive strike in the Hezbollah stronghold in the Lebanese capital killed 14…

France 24

Thousands of exploding devices in Lebanon trigger a nation that has been on edge for years

For millions of Lebanese, this week's mass explosion of pagers and walkie-talkies, with its bloody aftermath, is painfully similar to the horrific explosion four years ago of haphazardly stored ammonium nitrates that tore through Beirut's port, killing and maiming thousands

The Independent UK

Taiwan Questions Two In Probe Into Hezbollah Pagers

Two people from Taiwanese companies were questioned multiple times as part of a probe into pagers that exploded while being used by Hezbollah operatives in Lebanon, Taipei investigators said Friday.

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Taiwan questions president of pager company linked to Hezbollah explosions

Hsu Ching-kuang has denied his company manufactured the pagers used in the attack in Lebanon as hunt for origins of exploding devices continues

The Guardian - AU

‘We are isolated, tired, scared’: pager attack leaves Lebanon in shock

Anger and nervousness abound on the Lebanese-Israeli border as uncertainty surrounds Hezbollah’s next move

The Guardian - UK

Israeli Military Strikes Hezbollah Sites In Southern Lebanon

Israeli military strikes Hezbollah rocket launchers in southern Lebanon after attacks on northern Israel. Tensions escalate.

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Israel warned the US that an operation in Lebanon was coming but gave no details, officials say

U.S. officials say Israel warned U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin in a call Tuesday that a military operation was going to take place in Lebanon

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Father Of American Hostage Criticizes Deadly Attacks In Lebanon

Father of American hostage in Gaza condemns violence in Lebanon, calls for end to conflict. Tensions escalate as Israel launches airstrikes in Lebanon.

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Israel intensifies air raids on southern Lebanon amid escalation fears

Israeli defence minister says Hezbollah to ‘pay an increasing price’ as group promises retaliation over device attacks.

Al Jazeera

US Denies Involvement In Walkie-Talkie Attacks In Lebanon

US denies involvement in recent walkie-talkie attacks in Lebanon, despite prior communication with Israel. State Department clarifies stance.

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David Lammy urges Britons to leave Lebanon as Israel-Hezbollah conflict escalates after walkie-talkie blasts

Foreign Secretary warns Middle East situation ‘could deteriorate rapidly’ as Israel warns of ‘new phase of war’

Evening Standard

Israeli Military Strikes Hezbollah Targets In Southern Lebanon

Israeli airstrikes on Hezbollah in Lebanon lead to retaliatory attacks, escalating tensions in the region.

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Iran warns Israel of ‘crushing response’ after attacks on Hezbollah

Iran’s Revolutionary Guard commander promises ‘destruction’ of Israel after communication device blasts.

Al Jazeera

Israel bombards southern Lebanon after Hezbollah chief vows ‘punishment’

Hassan Nasrallah decries targeting of pagers and walkie-talkies that killed 37, including children, and hurt thousands

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Israeli Officials Hold Security Consultations Amid Escalating Tensions

Israeli security consultations in Tel Aviv amid military strikes on northern border into Lebanon. Tensions rise as officials strategize and assess regional...

The Independent UK

Israel launches major strikes on Lebanon as Hezbollah chief says device explosions ‘cross all red lines’

Tensions rise after two days of detonations targeting Hezbollah members’ pagers

Al Jazeera

Hezbollah’s Nasrallah says Israel’s Lebanon attacks crossed ‘all red lines’

Nasrallah says attacks on communication devices are a ‘declaration of war’ by Israel and Hezbollah will retaliate.

The Conversation

Gaza update: what the Lebanon pager attacks could mean for the Middle East conflict

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The Guardian - UK

Gambling firm appears to trivialise Lebanon pager blasts in social media post

London-listed Evoke, which owns William Hill, apologises for post on Israeli Facebook page linking to job ads

International Business Times

Spanish PM, Palestinian Leader Urge Mideast De-escalation

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez on Thursday called for a de-escalation of the conflict in the Middle East, as Lebanon said 37 people had now been killed by booby-trapped hand-held devices.

The Conversation

What will the Lebanon pager attacks mean for Israel, Hezbollah and Iran? Expert Q&A

Many in the Middle East are holding their breath after two attacks on the communications systems of Hezbollah in Lebanon left 37 people dead and thousands injured. Details are still emerging of how these attacks, which involved exploding pagers and walkie talkies, were orchestrated. While Israel has declined to comment…

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Israeli Defense Minister Vows Continued Military Action Against Hezbollah

Israeli Defense Minister reaffirms commitment to ongoing military action against Hezbollah in Lebanon to ensure safety of northern communities and safeguar...

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US Secretary Of State Urges Restraint In Middle East

US Secretary of State Blinken emphasizes restraint in Lebanon and the importance of de-escalation for peace in the Middle East.

The Conversation

Lebanon pager attacks push Hezbollah and Israel to brink of all-out war

When hundreds of pagers used by Hezbollah operatives in Lebanon exploded almost simultaneously on September 17, it began a series of unprecedented events in the Middle East. Twelve people were killed and over 2,000 wounded.

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Israel Soldiers Killed In Hezbollah Strikes Across Lebanon Border

Hezbollah attacks from Lebanon border lead to Israeli soldiers' deaths, raising tensions and concerns about escalating hostilities.

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