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Sep 2024
59m 21s

Lebanon on 'High Alert' Following Attack

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In Lebanon, the health ministry is calling on citizens to be on "high alert" after devices belonging to members of Hezbollah suddenly exploded. Several people have been killed and thousands injured, including Iran’s ambassador to Lebanon, according to Iranian state media. Hezbollah said it holds Israel responsible for the attack and vowed retribution. Christ ... Show More
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