Emmanuel Thomas, Saturday, Sept.28, 2024
BEIRUT, Lebanon – The Israeli Defence Forces, IDF says it has eliminated the leader of the Hezbollah organization, Hassan Nasrallah.
“The IDF announces that yesterday (Friday), September 27th, 2024, Hassan Nasrallah, the leader of the Hezbollah terrorist organization and one of its founders, was eliminated by the IDF, together with Ali Karki, the Commander of Hezbollah’s Southern Front, and additional Hezbollah commanders”, IDF spokesman, Rear Admiral Daniel Hagari said in a statement.
He added that following precise intelligence from the IDF and Israeli security establishment, IAF fighter jets conducted a targeted strike on the Central Headquarters of the Hezbollah terrorist organization, which was located underground embedded under a residential building in the area of Dahieh in Beirut.
“The strike was conducted while Hezbollah’s senior chain of command were operating from the headquarters and advancing terrorist activities against the citizens of the State of Israel.
“During Hassan Nastallah’s 32-year reign as the Secretary-General of Hezbollah, he was responsible for the murder of many Israeli civilians and soldiers, and the planning and execution of thousands of terrorist activities.
“He was responsible for directing and executing terrorist attacks around the world in which civilians of various nationalities were murdered. Nasrallah was the central decision-maker and the strategic leader of the organization”, he added.
He explained that Hezbollah organization, headed by Hassan Nasrallah, joined the Hamas organization in its war against the State of Israel on October 8th.
” Since then, Hezbollah has been continuing its ongoing and unprovoked attacks on the citizens of the State of Israel, dragging the State of Lebanon and the entire region into a wider escalation”, he said, adding that the IDF will continue operating against anyone who promotes and engages in terrorism against the State of Israel and its people.
Hezbollah is yet to issue any statement to affirm or deny statement that Nasrallah has been assassinated.
The Hezbollah Leader, Hassan Nasrallah
Hezbollah leader, Hassan Nasrallah is a highly controversial political and military. He assumed leadership of the organisation in 1992. During this period, Nasrallah has steered the organization through pivotal moments in Lebanon’s history, leaving an indelible mark on the region’s geopolitical landscape.
Nasrallah’s early life was marked by the trauma of Israel’s invasion of Southern Lebanon and the subsequent displacement of his family. This episode, a pivotal moment in his formative years, kindled a deep-rooted resentment against Israel and shaped his unwavering commitment to resistance.
The young Nasrallah found purpose and direction in the piety-steeped corridors of the Islamic Ам. His intellectual prowess and oratory skills earned him recognition within the movement, catapulting him into the inner circles of Hezbollah’s leadership.
Under the mentorship of Imam Moussa Sader, Nasrallah honed his ideological convictions and developed a keen strategic mindset. When Sader mysteriously disappeared in 1978, Nasrallah emerged as a unifying force within the organization, assuming the role of Secretary General at a precariously young age.
The new leader’s resolve was tested almost immediately, as Israel’s invasion of Lebanon in 1982 placed Hezbollah on the front lines of resistance. Nasrallah’s adept leadership skills and unwavering determination guided the organization through the harrowing conflict. His skill in orchestrating guerrilla tactics against the Israeli Defense Forces garnered international acclaim and solidified Hezbollah’s stance as a formidable force.
Nasrallah’s oratorical prowess, delivered with a distinctive calm yet assertive tone, resonates deeply with his audience. His speeches, laced with religious undertones and promises of resistance, rally support and foment an air of indomitable resolve among followers. The leader’s charismatic appeal and unapologetic rhetoric resonate across the region, attracting both admiration and controversy.
The enigmatic figure has navigated Hezbollah through a intricate web of regional politics, maintaining a delicate balance between resistance ideology and practical diplomatic engagements. His maneuvering has ensured the organization’s longevity, despite periodic pressures and sanctions from adversaries.
The conflict in Syria, which saw Hezbollah intervene in support of the Assad regime, further solidified Nasrallah’s reputation as an unwavering advocate for Shia interests. His unwavering commitment to the cause has earned him both admiration and censure, often attracting accusations of sectarianism.
Amidst the complex dynamics of Middle Eastern politics, Nasrallah’s leadership has incurred a checkered reputation. Critics assail his allegedly autocratic leadership style and the organization’s involvement in illegal activities.
Conversely, supporters laud his unwavering resistance against Israeli occupation and his commitment to Lebanon’s sovereignty.
Hassan Nasrallah’s charismatic and controversial leader of Hezbollah, continues to shape the organization’s trajectory with unwavering determination. His leadership, marked by both triumph and controversy, ensures Hezbollah’s centrality in the region’s affairs.
The enigma that shrouds this enigmatic figure only adds to the mystique of Hezbollah’s command, leaving observers both captivated and circumspect.
