Hezbollah Leader Rejects Disarmament, Praises Drone Attacks Against Israel
Hezbollah chief downplays calls to disarm terror group, praises success of FPV drone attacks
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Hezbollah Secretary-General Naim Qassem rejected calls for disarmament during a speech commemorating the IDF's withdrawal from southern Lebanon, arguing it would eliminate Lebanon's defensive capabilities. He praised the effectiveness of Hezbollah's FPV drone attacks against Israeli forces and criticized the U.S. for its ties to Israel, asserting that Palestine remains central to Hezbollah's mission.
- 01Qassem stated that disarming Hezbollah would lead to Lebanon's extermination, emphasizing the group's role in national defense.
- 02Hezbollah's FPV drones were described as effective in disorienting Israeli forces, with claims of successful attacks on IDF personnel.
- 03Qassem outlined four conditions for Lebanon's stability, including unity against Israel and the complete withdrawal of Israeli forces.
- 04He condemned U.S. sanctions on Hezbollah and its allies, asserting that the U.S. is not an honest mediator in the region.
- 05U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio condemned Hezbollah's actions, accusing it of undermining the Lebanese government and perpetuating conflict.
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During his speech on 'Resistance and Liberation Day,' Hezbollah Secretary-General Naim Qassem firmly rejected the notion of disarming the group, stating that such an action would dismantle Lebanon's defensive capabilities and lead to extermination. He emphasized that disarmament is unacceptable, framing it as a threat to the resistance and its people. Qassem celebrated Hezbollah's FPV drone attacks, claiming they have caused significant disruption to Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) operations. He criticized the United States, claiming it is not a neutral mediator due to its close ties with Israel and denounced U.S. sanctions on Hezbollah officials. Qassem outlined four key premises for Lebanon's stability, including the need for unity among Lebanese factions against Israeli aggression and the complete withdrawal of Israeli forces from Lebanon. He also reiterated that Palestine remains central to Hezbollah's mission. In response to Qassem's remarks, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio condemned Hezbollah for its continued aggression and its calls to destabilize the Lebanese government, asserting U.S. support for Lebanon's legitimate government.
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Qassem's statements may influence public sentiment in Lebanon regarding Hezbollah's military role and its stance against Israel, potentially affecting national unity and stability.
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