31 killed in Beirut strike, including Hezbollah commanders; Israeli airstrike on Gaza school results in deaths of 22, according to officials.

The tension in the Middle East has escalated, with Iran warning that the region is on the brink of war after Israel’s airstrikes. The United Nations also expressed concern, stating that the situation could deteriorate further if diplomacy is not prioritized. Despite Israel’s focus shifting north, airstrikes on Gaza have continued resulting in casualties, including women and children. Meanwhile, Lebanon is dealing with the aftermath of recent device attacks, prompting investigations across Asia and Europe to trace the origin of the devices used. In Hungary, the intelligence services interviewed the CEO of BAC Consulting, which is linked to the pagers, while in Japan, Icom, the brand on the walkie-talkies that exploded, stated they did not believe the devices were genuine products. The global concern is growing as communication devices, meant for safety and peace, are being misused. The fear of potential conflict spreading to Iraq, Syria, and Iran looms as the region faces heightened tensions. The need for immediate diplomatic actions to prevent further escalation is emphasized by the United Nations, as the situation could lead to a devastating conflagration. Despite efforts to investigate the source of the devices used in recent attacks, the region remains on edge, with the risk of conflict looming large.

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