In a recent televised address, Sheikh Naim Qassem, Hezbollah’s Deputy Secretary General, hailed the al-Aqsa Storm operation launched by Hamas and other Gaza-based groups against Israel as a transformative moment for West Asia. He praised the resilience of Palestinian fighters and criticized the efforts of Israel, the United States, and Western nations to crush the Axis of Resistance and eliminate Palestinian resistance.
Sheikh Qassem affirmed Hezbollah’s commitment to defending Lebanon and supporting Gaza, highlighting Iran’s continued backing for the Axis of Resistance. He emphasized the organization’s readiness to confront Israel and praised their ongoing military activities as a deterrent against aggression.
Addressing Lebanon’s internal politics, Qassem expressed support for efforts to achieve a ceasefire and reiterated Hezbollah’s operational integrity. He concluded by asserting that the organization would announce a new secretary-general in due time, underscoring their unwavering stance against Israel.