The Israeli military has launched a series of heavy airstrikes on Beirut overnight, targeting what it believes is the next leader of Hezbollah, the militant group that has long been a source of tension between Israel and Lebanon. The strikes come in the wake of last week’s death of Hezbollah’s long-time chief, Hassan Nasrallah, who was killed in an airstrike on a residential neighborhood in the Beirut area. According to reports, Nasrallah has been buried in a secret funeral as Hezbollah sought to avoid making his death a target for further Israeli attacks.
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Eight Dead, Thousands Injured in Lebanon After Attack Targets Hezbollah Communication Devices
by Sonia Park
written by Sonia Park
A devastating attack targeting pagers used by Hezbollah members has left at least eight people dead and more than 2,750 injured across Lebanon. The attack, which Lebanese officials believe involved the hacking and detonation of personal communication devices, has been described as one of the largest security breaches in Hezbollah’s history. Many of the injured were Hezbollah fighters and medics, though civilians were also caught in the chaos.
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The explosions, which occurred simultaneously throughout Lebanon, sent shockwaves through the country, overwhelming hospitals and emergency services. Lebanese Health Minister. . .