A series of explosions in Lebanon, involving thousands of pagers and walkie-talkies, has resulted in at least 32 deaths and over 3,100 injuries, prompting international condemnation and warnings of a potential military escalation. The attacks, attributed to Israel, have raised concerns over the security of global supply chains and highlighted the risks of weaponizing everyday communication devices. EU's Josep Borrell and UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres both condemned the indiscriminate nature of the attacks and called for an independent investigation. Guterres warned that these events could trigger a dramatic escalation in Lebanon, while Iran has labeled the incidents as acts of terrorism. Analysts suggest that tech companies may need to enhance supply chain security in response to these unprecedented attacks. The attacks have also sparked fears of retaliation from Hezbollah and further conflict in the region, following the broader tensions that escalated after the Hamas attack on Israel on October 7, 2023.