The Briefing with Albert Mohler Wednesday, September 18, 2024
Sep 18, 2024
The resurgence of Hezbollah's pager use reveals intriguing counter-terrorism strategies amidst rising tensions with Israel. The complex decisions surrounding military support for Ukraine against Russia raise ethical questions in the framework of just war theory. A staggering one million casualties have highlighted Ukraine's demographic struggles, exacerbating their fight for survival. Meanwhile, California's political landscape is shifting with the potential election of its first transgender woman, challenging media narratives surrounding progress in diversity.
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Why Pagers?
- Pagers are used by terrorist groups to avoid location tracking by smartphones.
- Exploding pagers symbolize a targeted attack with a powerful message in the Middle East.
Exploding Pagers
- Nearly 3,000 pagers used by Hezbollah exploded, causing casualties and injuries.
- This is attributed to Israeli intervention, sending a message about their capabilities.
Missile Dilemma
- Ukraine seeks longer-range missiles, but their use inside Russia risks escalating conflict with NATO.
- Putin warns against such actions, increasing geopolitical tension and potential for miscalculation.