Mysterious Blasts Linked to Hezbollah's Communication Devices

Multiple blasts caused by Hezbollah's communication devices occurred in southern Lebanon and Beirut's southern suburbs. A security source and witness report that the explosions might be linked to thousands of pagers used by the group. One blast happened near a funeral for Hezbollah members killed the previous day.

Multiple blasts linked to Hezbollah's communication devices erupted late Wednesday in southern Lebanon and Beirut's southern suburbs, according to a security source and witness.

The source mentioned it was unclear if the devices were pagers. One notable explosion was heard near a funeral organized by Hezbollah for members killed the previous day.

Thousands of pagers belonging to the group detonated across the country, causing widespread disturbances.

(With inputs from agencies.)