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KABOOM: Mossad’s Trojan Horse Against Hezbollah

KABOOM: Mossad’s Trojan Horse Against Hezbollah by Ethan Steele ( 2025), is a detailed account of a sophisticated Israeli intelligence operation targeting Hezbollah through the sabotage of communication devices in September 2024. Spanning 14 chapters and a conclusion, the book chronicles the planning, execution, and aftermath of an audacious attack that involved embedding explosives in pagers and walkie-talkies, transforming them into deadly weapons.KABOOM offers a gripping narrative of a landmark intelligence operation, blending historical context, technical details, and geopolitical analysis. It serves as both a case study in modern espionage and a cautionary tale about the risks of interconnected global supply chains. The book’s detailed reconstruction, supported by interviews, leaked documents, and open-source intelligence, provides a comprehensive look at a pivotal moment in the Israel-Hezbollah conflict, with implications for future warfare and international security.Ethan Steele’s writing is vivid and engaging, combining journalistic rigor with narrative flair. The book balances technical explanations with human stories, such as those of victims like Ali and Fatima, to convey the operation’s real-world impact. Its tone is analytical yet accessible, appealing to readers interested in intelligence operations, Middle East politics, and the ethics of modern warfare.Read more

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