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More Explosions In Lebanon, Israeli Covert Operations, Teamsters Won't Endorse

2024/9/19
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Exploding communication devices cause fear and casualties in Lebanon. Hezbollah members and civilians are affected, raising tensions and prompting widespread fear. The attacks differ from previous missile and airstrikes, leaving people afraid of everyday electronics.
  • Exploding devices in Lebanon kill and injure civilians and Hezbollah members.
  • Israel is privately acknowledged to be behind these attacks.
  • Hezbollah has vowed revenge for the attacks.
  • People in Lebanon are afraid of electronics, unplugging devices due to fear of explosions.

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People in Lebanon are unplugging electronics and turning off their phones after a second day of exploding devices. Israel, which has not publicly acknowledged any responsibility for the attacks, has a long history of covert operations, and one of the largest unions in the United States is staying on the sidelines of this year's presidential election. *Want more comprehensive analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe) to the Up First newsletter.*Today's episode of Up First was edited by Vincent Ni, Andrew Sussman, Megan Pratz, HJ Mai and Ally Schweitzer. It was produced by Iman Maani, Ziad Buchh, Nia Dumas and Mansee Khurana. We get engineering support from Carleigh Strange and our technical director is Zac Coleman.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices)NPR Privacy Policy)