Beirut:Hezbollah Secretary General Sheikh Naim Qassem emphasized the continuation of the resistance against Israeli occupation and aggression, asserting the group's legitimate right under the Taif Agreement. He declared that disarming the resistance is not an option as long as the occupation persists.
According to National news agency - Lebanon, Sheikh Qassem addressed political developments in Lebanon, demanding the withdrawal of the enemy per the November 27, 2024 agreement and Resolution 1701, and calling for the Lebanese Army's deployment south of the Litani River. He criticized the framework agreement as illegitimate, claiming it violates the constitution and compromises Lebanon's strength.
Sheikh Qassem highlighted the significance of the Iran-US agreement in reducing aggression against Lebanon and praised Iran's efforts to halt Israeli aggression. He dismissed concerns over who governs Israel, maintaining that the occupation must end. He also called for an end to American influence, comparing it to occupation.
He reiterated Hezbollah's commitment to national unity and the importance of dialogue, asserting the strong relationship between Hezbollah, the Amal Movement, and allied forces in supporting Lebanese sovereignty and the national army. Sheikh Qassem emphasized the resistance's role in confronting occupation and liberating Lebanon since 1982.
He criticized past agreements with Israel as part of expansionist wars and attributed Israel's occupation to American and Western support. He praised the Palestinian people's resilience and the resistance's sacrifices, insisting on its necessity for liberation.
Sheikh Qassem concluded by addressing America's struggles, noting Iran's resilience and leadership in thwarting US and Israeli objectives. He emphasized the enduring leadership of Ayatollah Sayyid Mojtaba Khamenei and Iran's defiance against external control.
