Switzerland urges all parties to avoid 'major regional escalation' after Lebanon pager explosions

By Beyza Binnur Donmez

GENEVA (AA) - Switzerland on Wednesday called on all parties to exercise restraint to avoid a "major regional escalation," voicing concern over deadly pager explosions in Lebanon.

The country "is deeply concerned following yesterday's explosions in Lebanon. These risk further undermining the country’s and region’s stability and security," the Foreign Ministry said on X.

"Switzerland calls on all parties to exercise utmost restraint to avoid a major regional escalation. International law must be respected and civilians protected at all times," the ministry added.

At least 21 people, including children, were killed and more than 3,000 others wounded following pager explosions in Lebanon on Tuesday and Wednesday, according to Lebanese health authorities.