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Netanyahu Confirms He Approved Hezbollah Pager Attacks in Lebanon, Killing Nearly 40

Nov 10, 2024, 04:33 PM

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has publicly acknowledged his responsibility for approving a series of pager and walkie-talkie attacks targeting Hezbollah terrorists in Lebanon. During a government meeting, Netanyahu admitted that he had authorized the operation despite opposition from senior security officials, political leaders, and warnings from the United States. The attacks resulted in the deaths of nearly 40 individuals and wounded thousands. Netanyahu's acknowledgment came after reports emerged that he had taken responsibility for the operation, which involved the use of pagers and walkie-talkies to target Hezbollah operatives.