In a major development, Lebanese resistance group Hezbollah has appointed senior leader Naim Qassem as its interim chief following the martyrdom of Hassan Nasrallah. This decision comes as the organization navigates the aftermath of Nasrallah’s death, a significant blow to the group.
According to reports from Arab media, Naim Qassem will manage Hezbollah’s affairs until a permanent leader is chosen. Qassem, a long-standing figure within Hezbollah, has served three consecutive terms on the organization’s Shura Council, highlighting his deep involvement and experience within the group’s leadership structure.
While Naim Qassem will oversee Hezbollah’s operations during this transition, reports indicate that Hashim Safi al-Din is the most likely candidate to succeed Nasrallah. Safi al-Din, a close relative of the late leader—his cousin and son-in-law—is widely regarded as Nasrallah’s natural successor, given his pivotal role within the organization and his family ties.
Hezbollah officially confirmed the martyrdom of its leader, Hassan Nasrallah, who was killed in an Israeli attack. The group has vowed to continue its resistance against Israel, reaffirming its commitment to supporting Gaza and Palestine and defending Lebanon through its ongoing jihad.
The announcement of Nasrallah’s death was also made on Hezbollah’s official Lebanese channel, Al-Manar, further cementing the gravity of the situation. The group has reiterated its resolve to carry forward its mission, signaling that the leadership change will not deter Hezbollah from its objectives in the region.
