A former CIA officer has revealed shocking details about the recent wave of deadly explosions in Lebanon, suggesting that Israel may have tampered with Hezbollah's logistics chains. The officer stated that such an operation is typically challenging for any entity to execute successfully.
According to the officer, the explosives used in the attacks were highly potent, requiring 10 to 15 grams of RDX to cause significant damage and casualties. The scale of the devastation on Tuesday, which resulted in nine fatalities and over 2,800 injuries, indicates a sophisticated operation involving the rigging of pagers with explosives.
The officer explained that it is feasible to conceal explosives within devices like pagers or cell phones, equipped with miniature detonators and encrypted connections. This method allows for remote detonation using encrypted codes, leading to simultaneous explosions.
Hezbollah, known for its emphasis on secrecy in military operations to evade surveillance, has been caught off guard by the alleged infiltration of its communication channels. Reports suggest that Israel orchestrated the explosions through a joint operation involving Mossad, Israel's intelligence service, and the military.
The officer emphasized the level of expertise required to carry out such an operation, suggesting that even the United States might struggle to execute a similar attack. The devastating impact on Hezbollah underscores the strategic blow inflicted by the explosions.
