LEBANON IN CHAOS: Deadly Walkie-Talkie Attacks Claim 20 Lives, Leave 450 Injured
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Lebanon was already reeling from the devastating effects of Tuesday's exploding pagers, which claimed 12 lives and left many more injured. But just when it seemed like the situation couldn't get any worse, a second wave of attacks has struck, this time using walkie-talkies as the deadly devices of choice.
DEATH TOLL RISES TO 20
At least 20 people have been killed in the latest wave of attacks, with many more injured and in critical condition.
FUNERAL TURNS INTO MASS CASUALTY EVENT
One of the most shocking scenes came when a walkie-talkie exploded at a funeral for some of the victims of Tuesday's attacks.
HEALTH MINISTRY CONDEMNS ATTACKS
Lebanon's health ministry has condemned the attacks, calling them 'heinous crimes' that have left the country reeling.
INJURIES PILE UP
At least 450 people have been injured in the latest wave of attacks, with many more expected to be treated for their wounds.
GOVERNMENT VOWS TO TAKE ACTION
The Lebanese government has vowed to take action to prevent further attacks, but so far, no one has been arrested or charged in connection with the crimes.
WITNESSES DESCRIBE CHAOS AND PANIC
Eyewitnesses describe the scenes of chaos and panic that erupted when the walkie-talkies exploded, with many people running for their lives in a desperate bid to escape the danger.
LEBANON IN STATE OF EMERGENCY
The country is in a state of emergency, with troops deployed to the streets to maintain order and keep the peace.
INTERNATIONAL COMMUNITY CONDEMNS ATTACKS
The international community has condemned the attacks, with many countries calling for an end to the violence and a return to peace and stability.
As the situation in Lebanon continues to deteriorate, one thing is clear: the country is facing a crisis of epic proportions, and it's going to take a concerted effort from all sides to bring it under control.
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