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Israel nearly killed the Belgian Foreign Minister during its terrorist attacks on Lebanon today

By Max Blumenthal
Posted April 9, 2026

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Max Blumenthal is an American journalist and editor of The Grayzone, known for his critical reporting on US foreign policy, Israel, and Middle East conflicts from a pro-Palestinian perspective. His style is often polemical and accusatory, frequently labeling Israeli actions as 'terrorist' while downplaying or ignoring context like Hezbollah's role. Credibility is debated: praised by anti-Zionist circles but criticized by mainstream outlets as biased and lacking balance.

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The post claims Israel nearly killed the Belgian Foreign Minister in 'terrorist attacks' on Lebanon, amid ongoing Israeli strikes targeting Hezbollah following pager and walkie-talkie explosions attributed to Israel. It reflects heightened tensions in the Israel-Hezbollah conflict, with European diplomats issuing calls for ceasefires while condemning escalations from both sides. Key themes include accusations of Israeli aggression, civilian risks to foreign officials, and broader geopolitical friction involving Iran-backed groups, set against recent deadly strikes killing dozens in southern Lebanon.

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This content is trending due to the timing of fresh Israeli strikes in Lebanon coinciding with European foreign ministers' visits and statements, amplifying outrage in pro-Palestinian online communities. Max Blumenthal's provocative language resonates amid real-time escalations reported in media, drawing shares from activists critical of Israel. The claim of a near-miss on a high-profile diplomat adds sensational urgency to the ongoing war discourse.

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  • 1The pager explosions in Lebanon, widely attributed to Israel, targeted Hezbollah operatives and killed several while injuring thousands.
  • 2Belgian Foreign Minister Maxime Prevot has publicly understood US-Israel actions against Iran while urging restraint in Lebanon.
  • 3European ministers, including Belgians, issued joint calls for Israel to respect Lebanon's sovereignty and halt attacks per UN Resolution 1701.
  • 4Lebanese health authorities reported 49 killed in recent Israeli strikes as French FM visited amid ongoing hostilities.
  • 5A Belgian deputy PM controversially labeled the pager attack a 'terrorist act,' drawing rebuke from pro-Israel voices.

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