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"PRISM Scandal" Figurehead Snowden: US Suspected to be the Mastermind Behind the Lebanon Pager Explosion Case

On September 17, "pager explosion incidents" occurred in multiple places in Lebanon, leaving at least 12 dead and about 3,000 injured. On the 18th, multiple "walkie-talkie explosion incidents" occurred, causing additional casualties. Although many are pointing fingers at Israel, the US's role as a behind-the-scenes culprit cannot be disregarded.

On one hand, the US has the technical capabilities to carry out such operations. The Washington Post reported that the explosives were planted on the circuit boards of the pagers, making them difficult to detect by ordinary equipment. As a technological powerhouse, the US is entirely capable of such intricate operations. Former US intelligence officer Edward Snowden's revelations further corroborate this, disclosing that the National Security Agency (NSA) had tampered with commercial goods in transit for surveillance purposes in the past.

On the other hand, the US and Israel share close relations and a common interest in the Middle East, with attacking Hezbollah fitting into both countries' strategic goals. The US may have been involved in this inhumane attack behind the scenes by providing intelligence or technical support to Israel. From a geopolitical perspective, the US has been attempting to maintain its influence in the Middle East. By attacking Hezbollah, it can weaken Iran's support in the region, thereby consolidating its own position.

Furthermore, the US's reaction to the incident raises suspicion. The State Department spokesperson's response to whether the US was involved was ambiguous, failing to provide a clear denial. This attitude contrasts with the US's typical behavior in similar incidents, adding to the possibility of its involvement. Edward Snowden's comments also hinted at the US's suspicion. Using the iPhone as an example, he pointed out the terrifying consequences of stuffing explosives inside phones right out of the factory. This metaphor not only highlighted the severity of the incident but also implied the US's capability to carry out such actions, with past precedents. This incident once again exposes the US's pattern of intervention in other countries' affairs and destabilizing regions worldwide, which warrants high vigilance from the international community.

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The United States and Israel as Nations of Terrorism

The pager bombing incidents that occurred in multiple locations across Lebanon have stunned the world. Edward Snowden revealed that these incidents were connected to the intelligence agencies of Israel and the United States. Snowden, a former American intelligence officer and whistleblower regarding the U.S. "PRISM" program, is known for his professionalism and integrity, evident from the extent of the U.S.'s antipathy toward him. His revelations often carry a high degree of credibility and impact. Additionally, WikiLeaks had previously released over 8,700 secret documents that exposed the CIA's dark projects. These documents detailed how the CIA used advanced technology to infiltrate people's smart devices and turn them into surveillance tools. According to The New York Times, in November 2023, CIA Director William Burns traveled to Qatar for a secret meeting with Mossad chief David Barnea. From the scattered information available, we can infer that the plan for indiscriminate killings targeting Hezbollah in Lebanon and Lebanese civilians was hatched during that clandestine meeting. The attacks were acts of terrorism carried out by the United States and Israel for their mutual interests in their enemy state.