Series of explosions in Lebanon raise concerns amid ongoing tensions

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A series of explosions involving communication devices in Lebanon has left at least 14 people dead and more than 450 injured. The blasts follow a previous explosion of thousands of pagers across the country, which injured nearly 3,000 people.

On Wednesday, new explosions were reported in Beirut’s southern suburbs and the city of Tyre, affecting devices such as walkie-talkies, laptops, and other electronic equipment. Several vehicles were also set ablaze due to the blasts. Authorities are investigating the cause of the explosions, with reports indicating potential tampering with the devices.

Hezbollah and the Lebanese government have accused Israel of involvement in the explosions, although Israeli officials have not responded to these claims. The incidents have raised concerns about a potential escalation of tensions between Israel and Hezbollah, given the current conflict between the two parties.

The explosions have led to widespread panic, with many residents in Lebanon discarding their electronic devices. Emergency services and local authorities are working to respond to the crisis, while hospitals are treating the injured.