Hezbollah Pager Explosions Kill Twelve in Lebanon

On September 17, a series of explosions involving handheld pagers and walkie-talkies used by Hezbollah resulted in at least 12 deaths and over 2,800 injuries across Lebanon, sparking accusations from Hezbollah against Israel. The blasts have raised serious concerns about vulnerabilities in global supply chains, particularly regarding older technologies where counterfeit products may enter the market undetected. Experts suggest that the complexity of these supply chains can be exploited for malicious purposes, increasing the need for enhanced security measures. Companies are being urged to reassess their supply chain protocols to mitigate risks posed by such vulnerabilities. The incident has led to calls for reshoring production closer to domestic markets to reduce reliance on distant factories. Investigations into the origins of the devices are ongoing, with companies like Icom and Gold Apollo facing scrutiny over the legitimacy of their products.