Lebanon Rocked by Explosions, 32 Dead, as Israel Launches 'New Phase' and Moves Northward to Border in Confrontation with Hezbollah

Explosions across Lebanon over two days killed thirty-two people and injured thousands, with Hezbollah devices reportedly involved. While Israel has not claimed responsibility, Lebanese officials blamed it for the attacks. Israeli Defense Minister announced that the military is shifting its focus northward, reallocating resources to confront Hezbollah in its "new phase. Japan's Icom, the manufacturer of the walkie-talkies, stated that the devices had been out of production for years.