New Hezbollah chief sends clear message as Israel hits Lebanese city

Israeli forces launched air-strikes on north-eastern Lebanon city making residents leave their homes. New Hezbollah leader **Naim Qassem** made his first public speech stating groups readiness

October 31 2024 , 02:05 AM  •  462 views

New Hezbollah chief sends clear message as Israel hits Lebanese city

Israeli military started air-strikes on Baalbek (north-eastern Lebanese city) forcing local people to move-out from their houses. The attack comes as part of wider military action in Lebanon

We are not betting that the war will end tomorrow; we are able to continue for days weeks and months

Naim Qassem in his first TV speech as Hezbollah leader

The statement came from Naim Qassem who took charge just yesterday after Hasan Nasrallah left his position. In his first public speech as groups new head‚ Qassem made it clear that Hezbollah is ready for long-term action — showing no signs of backing down from its position

The timing of these events (Israeli strikes and leadership change) points to growing military activity in the region: both sides dont show any intention to stop their operations