Where Israel's ground operation is ongoing against Hezbollah's positions in Lebanon, Hezbollah continues to fire missiles at Israel. The Israeli military has claimed that a missile from Hezbollah struck central Israel, landing in the Arab village of Kafr Qasem. Hezbollah knows that Arab populations reside in this area, but it seems unconcerned with who its targets are or the consequences. Its sole intent appears to be to harm Israelis.
During the Israeli operation against Hezbollah, Iranian MP and former Communications Minister Reza Taghipour issued a significant warning. He indicated that what happened with the pagers in Lebanon could also occur with iPhones currently in Iran. Taghipour, a former Iranian minister, warned of potential iPhone explosions in Iran. His warnings are significant given his background. On September 17, pagers held by Hezbollah terrorists in Lebanon began to explode simultaneously, causing widespread alarm. Now, similar warnings have been issued concerning iPhones in Iran.
What Does Israel Want in Lebanon?
Israel's strategy is to push Hezbollah beyond the Litani River in Lebanon. Following airstrikes, pager and walkie-talkie attacks, and now artillery strikes followed by ground attacks involving infantry, armored vehicles, and tanks, the goal is to remove Hezbollah from all areas near the Israel-Lebanon border.
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Approximately 70 kilometers south of Lebanon's capital, Beirut, flows the Litani River. It stretches nearly 170 kilometers and serves as a primary source of water for agriculture and drinking in southern Lebanon. The river is about 28 kilometers away from the Israel-Lebanon border and, in some places, just 6 kilometers away. Around 200,000 people live south of this river, with 75 percent being Shia Muslims and 25 percent comprising Sunni Muslims, Druze, and Christians.
Compliance With the 2006 UN Resolution
Israel insists that Hezbollah should move west of the river, adhering to the United Nations Resolution 1701 of 2006. Due to the predominance of Shia Muslims in this area, Hezbollah is reluctant to leave. Israel aims to weaken Hezbollah by targeting its leaders and commanders, thereby preventing threats to northern Israel.
Potential iPhone Explosions in Iran
Following pager explosions in Lebanon, similar concerns have arisen in Iran about iPhone explosions. Reza Taghipour, former Iranian Communications Minister, has issued this warning. Lebanon has recently witnessed explosions involving pagers, walkie-talkies, and even radio systems being hacked. These incidents injured several individuals, including members of the Iranian Revolutionary Guard and diplomats.
What’s the Situation Amid the War in Lebanon?
As the conflict continues between Lebanon and Israel, a noticeable shift is occurring with people leaving Lebanon for Syria. Reporters at the border noted a significant crowd moving from Lebanon to Syria. With Israel launching ground attacks in Lebanon, the chaos has intensified, causing people to flee for safety. Streets are deserted, and fear permeates the atmosphere. According to Lebanese government claims, over 1000 Lebanese civilians have died in the Israeli attacks, and millions have been forced to flee their homes. The rising casualties from Israeli airstrikes have also overwhelmed hospitals with injured patients.
