Uncovering the Truth Behind Hezbollah's Pager Components - Taiwan Denies Involvement
In a shocking revelation, the Taiwanese government has stated that the components used in the pagers that exploded in Lebanon were not manufactured on the island. This comes after Taiwanese company Gold Apollo denied any involvement in the attacks, which resulted in the deaths of 12 people and injuries to nearly 3,000.
"The components for Hezbollah's pagers were not produced by us," said Taiwan's economy minister, Kuo Jyh-huei. A judicial investigation is currently underway to uncover the truth behind the incident. Taiwan's foreign minister, Lin Chia-lung, emphasized that Taiwan has never exported this specific pager model.
Gold Apollo boss Hsu Ching-Kuang also distanced his company from the attacks, stating that they licensed their trademark to a Hungarian company called BAC Consulting. However, reports suggest that BAC was a shell company acting as a front for Israel, according to Israeli intelligence officers.
Furthermore, in a separate incident involving exploding walkie-talkies, 20 people were killed and 450 injured. Japanese handheld radio manufacturer Icom has denied any association with the devices bearing its logo, as they discontinued production a decade ago.
Hezbollah has blamed Israel for the attacks and vowed retribution, while the Israeli military has remained silent. The ongoing conflict between the two sides has escalated since the Gaza conflict last October.
The complexity of identifying the manufacturers of these devices sheds light on the intricate global electronics supply chain. This geopolitical turmoil raises concerns about the impact on global markets and investor sentiment, highlighting the need for cautious investment strategies in uncertain times.