Taiwan Clears Name in Explosive Pager Scandal Tied to Hezbollah

Taiwan has concluded its investigation into explosive pagers in Lebanon, confirming no local entities were involved. Despite Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu's claims of responsibility, the devices were linked to a firm outside Taiwan. Prosecutors found no criminal evidence implicating Taiwan's Gold Apollo in the incident.

Taiwan concluded its investigation into explosive pagers that caused chaos in Lebanon, ultimately finding no involvement of Taiwanese entities. The incident, tied to Hezbollah, was initially reported to link back to Taiwan due to identifying names on the devices.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reportedly claimed responsibility for the attack. He revealed that high-ranking officials had opposed the use of the explosive devices. The pagers were speculated to carry the branding of Taiwan-based Gold Apollo, although Taiwan's government and the company itself denied manufacturing them.

Prosecutors in Taipei traced the pagers to a foreign entity, Frontier Group Entity, confirming they traded and shipped the devices. Gold Apollo was found to have authorized the use of its trademark but was not otherwise involved. There was no substantial evidence to implicate any Taiwanese individuals or organizations in illegal activities related to the explosion.

(With inputs from agencies.)