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Hezbollah’s Naim Qassem: Arms Surrender to Israel is Non-Negotiable / Resistance Stands Firm Amid Repeated Ceasefire Violations
Hezbollah Deputy Leader Reaffirms Unyielding Stance Against Israel
Beirut – Sheikh Naim Qassem, Deputy Secretary-General of Hezbollah, delivered a resolute message during an Ashura commemoration event in Beirut’s southern suburbs, emphasizing the group’s unwavering commitment to confronting Israel as a “strategic threat” to the region.
Israel: A Regional and Global Threat
Qassem asserted that Israel’s policies and actions pose a “real danger” not only to Muslims but also to Christians and Jews alike. He framed the conflict as a broader struggle against occupation and aggression, stating, “We face the Zionist enemy not merely as an occupier but as a strategic menace to Palestine, Lebanon, Egypt, Syria, Jordan, and the entire world.”
Ceasefire Violations and Defiance
The Hezbollah leader highlighted Israel’s repeated breaches of the ceasefire agreement, accusing it of over 3,700 violations since the truce was established. “Israel remains a persistent aggressor,” he declared, underscoring the group’s refusal to capitulate to pressure.
No Compromise on Arms or Sovereignty
Qassem categorically rejected any disarmament demands, stating, “We will never surrender our weapons to Israel. Threats do not sway us—we govern our own affairs.” He reinforced Hezbollah’s stance as a legitimate resistance movement, asserting their moral and strategic right to self-defense.
A Path of Resistance
Concluding his address, Qassem affirmed Hezbollah’s steadfastness: “We are unshaken because justice is on our side. This path will continue, and we will never submit to Israel.” The speech reinforced the group’s role as a key player in regional resistance efforts, framing their struggle as one of necessity rather than choice.
— Reported with strategic context from Beirut.
