Gaza-Israel Conflict | October 2023

[Novus ordu seclorum]

Hezbollah decided to switch from cellphones to pagers announcing it publicly.

 

[Akbar26]

The ongoing conflict in Gaza has led to a catastrophic impact on education, with the Palestinian Ministry of Education reporting devastating statistics regarding student casualties and the destruction of educational infrastructure. As of now, more than 11,000 students have been killed since the escalation of violence began on October 7, 2023. Additionally, around 500 schools and universities have been bombed or severely damaged during this period.

Key Statistics from the Ministry of Education​

• Casualties: Over 11,000 students have reportedly lost their lives, with many more injured. The Ministry also noted that approximately 16,423 students have sustained injuries since the conflict began.
• Destruction of Educational Facilities:
  • A total of 504 teachers and educational administrators have been killed, with thousands more injured.
  • In Gaza alone, 119 government schools have been heavily damaged, while more than 62 schools have been completely destroyed.
  • The destruction extends to higher education institutions as well, with around 20 universities reported as severely damaged. More than 31 university buildings are completely destroyed, and 57 others are partially damaged.
• Impact on Education Access: The conflict has deprived over 620,000 students in Gaza from attending school. This includes about 39,000 high school students, many of whom are suffering from psychological trauma due to the ongoing violence.

Broader Implications​

The destruction of educational infrastructure is not just a physical loss; it represents a significant setback for the future of Palestinian youth. With schools being repurposed as shelters for displaced families and many educational facilities rendered unusable, the prospects for education in Gaza are grim. Reports indicate that approximately 800,000 students are currently deprived of their right to education due to these circumstances.The situation has drawn international attention and condemnation from various organizations and human rights advocates who emphasize the need to protect educational institutions during armed conflicts. The systematic targeting of schools and universities not only violates international humanitarian law but also undermines the educational development and future opportunities for an entire generation of Palestinian children.

Conclusion​

The current crisis in Gaza highlights a severe humanitarian disaster where education has been disproportionately affected. As the conflict continues, the urgent need for international intervention and support for rebuilding educational infrastructure becomes increasingly critical to ensure that Palestinian children can resume their education and heal from the trauma inflicted by the ongoing violence.

 

[HaiderAfan]

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Israel's Alleged Sabotage of Hezbollah's Pagers Causes Casualties in Lebanon​

Explosions Target Hezbollah's Communication Network​

• Thousands of pagers used by Hezbollah members in Lebanon and Syria exploded simultaneously in an apparent Israeli operation targeting the militant group's communications network
• The explosions killed at least 9 people and injured around 2,800, with some 200 in critical condition. A young girl was among the casualties
• Hezbollah has accused Israel of orchestrating the attacks and vowed to retaliate, saying the country would face "its fair punishment"

Pagers Manufactured by European Company Using Taiwanese Brand​

• The pagers involved in the explosions were produced by a Budapest-based company called BAC Consulting KFT, which used the branding of Taiwanese firm Gold Apollo
• Gold Apollo's founder clarified that the company did not manufacture the pagers, but a European entity licensed to use their brand
• Reports indicate Hezbollah had ordered over 3,000 pagers from Gold Apollo in Taiwan, which were distributed among its members in Lebanon, Syria and Iran

Explosives Allegedly Implanted in Pagers by Israel​

• According to American officials and others familiar with the operation, Israel concealed explosive materials within the shipment of pagers imported into Lebanon
• The explosives, weighing as little as 1-2 ounces, were placed adjacent to the battery in each pager. A remote activation switch was also integrated
• When the pagers received a message seemingly from Hezbollah's leadership, the explosives were triggered remotely

Hezbollah's Vulnerable Communication System Targeted​

• Hezbollah had restricted the use of cellphones, which are susceptible to Israeli monitoring, and relied on pagers as a more secure communication tool
• The attack struck at Hezbollah's Achilles' heel by eliminating a crucial communication device in a sophisticated manner.

While Israel has not officially commented on the incident, Hezbollah and Lebanon have accused it of aggression and vowed retaliation. The breach in Hezbollah's communication network is a significant intelligence failure for the militant group

https://www.cnn.com/world/live-news/lebanon-pagers-attack-hezbollah#h_4bb9ac1a4effb309b62cc54b84e90654