Beirut Ophthalmologist Reflects on ‘Devastating’ Injuries Following Explosions

In Lebanon, an eye doctor has treated 40 to 50 people with serious injuries, including total blindness, after a series of explosions targeted Hezbollah operatives using communication devices. The explosions killed at least 37 people and injured nearly 3,000, mostly civilians. Some patients lost both eyes due to the explosions, while others required surgery to remove shrapnel from their brains. The doctor believes the injuries were caused by victims looking directly at the exploding devices. Hezbollah blamed Israel for the attacks, while Israel launched a new wave of strikes against Hezbollah targets in Lebanon. The explosions overwhelmed hospitals and left people afraid to use electronic devices. Israel later killed a Hezbollah official in a targeted strike, leading to further tension between the two sides. The doctor, who has been working tirelessly to treat the injured, described the situation as devastating and heartbreaking. This recent escalation of violence has resulted in significant casualties and a deteriorating security situation in Lebanon.

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