Exploding Pagers: Unraveling the Mystery
Monday, September 23rd 2024 – 08:14 UTC
To maximize the damage, Mossad reportedly sent a message alert to the pagers less than a minute before the actual “explode” command
By Gwynne Dyer
The exploding pagers in Lebanon recently were a deadly mystery with Mossad involvement. Israel’s spy agency used an elaborate plan to target Hezbollah officials by sabotaging pagers, resulting in casualties. The operation, involving 5 000 pagers, shows the sophistication of Mossad’s tactics in disrupting Hezbollah’s communication network.
Despite the brutal nature of the attack, the ultimate goal of crippling Hezbollah remains uncertain. The incident highlights the ongoing tensions in the region and the strategies employed by intelligence agencies.