Hezbollah leader promises response to Israel’s strike killing top commander
Summary
Hezbollah's leader, Naim Qassem, said the group has the right to respond to Israel's killing of its top military chief in Beirut. Qassem emphasized the possibility of future conflict and stressed Lebanon should prepare to confront Israel. The Lebanese armed group has accused Israel of continuous attacks on Lebanon.Key Facts
- Hezbollah's leader is Naim Qassem.
- Israel killed Hezbollah's top military chief, Haytham Ali Tabtabai, in Beirut.
- Qassem referred to the killing as "a blatant aggression and a heinous crime."
- Hezbollah plans to respond to the attack but has not specified how or when.
- Qassem emphasized the need for Lebanon to plan a defense strategy against Israel.
- The group wants Pope Leo's visit to aid in achieving peace.
- Hezbollah claims to respect a ceasefire from November 2024 but accuses Israel of ongoing aggression.
- Israel reportedly carries out frequent strikes on southern Lebanon and has targeted Beirut as well.
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