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<h1 class="gmail-reader-title">Sheikh Naim Qassem to 'Israel': You will undoubtedly be defeated</h1>
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<div class="gmail-reader-estimated-time" dir="ltr">October 30, 2024<br></div>
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<div class="gmail-moz-reader-content gmail-reader-show-element"><div id="gmail-readability-page-1" class="gmail-page"><p>In
his inaugural address as secretary-general of Hezbollah, he announced
that this war with "Israel" has been named Operation People of Might.</p><div><ul id="gmail-content-slick-0"><div aria-hidden="false"><li>
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Hezbollah's new Secretary-General Sheikh Naim Qassem in his
inaugural address, on Wednesday, October 30, 2024 (Screen grab from Al
Mayadeen channel)
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<p>Hezbollah's new Secretary-General Sheikh Naim Qassem reaffirmed
Wednesday the continuation of the war strategy devised by the late <a href="https://english.almayadeen.net/news/politics/hezbollah-announces-martyrdom-of-sayyed-hassan-nasrallah">martyr Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah</a> in coordination with the Resistance's leadership, emphasizing adherence to the political trajectory set forth.</p>
<p>In his inaugural address as Secretary-General of Hezbollah, he
announced that this war with "Israel" has been named Operation People of
Might.</p>
<p>Sheikh Qassem declared that his work program would be a continuation
of Sayyed Nasrallah's work agenda across all fields—political, jihadi,
social, and cultural.</p>
<p>He reiterated the stance of martyr Sayyed Nasrallah, saying, "We do
not seek war, but if imposed on us, we are prepared to triumph and will
face it with dignity," adding, "As our leader said, we lie in wait for
the battle."</p>
<p>Additionally, Sheikh Qassem addressed "Israel's" <a href="https://english.almayadeen.net/news/politics/-israel--planted-explosives-in-pagers-sold-to-hezbollah--nyt">pager and wireless receiver attacks</a>
and the impact of the assassinations of Resistance leaders,
particularly Sayyed Nasrallah, acknowledging that these incidents "had a
negative effect" on Hezbollah, which quickly regained its footing, as
demonstrated by the current situation on the ground.</p>
<p>In this context, the Secretary-General of Hezbollah emphasized that
the party's capabilities are vast and well-suited for a prolonged
battle, pointing out that "the battlefield confirms Hezbollah’s recovery
from the attacks it has faced, being a large, cohesive institution with
significant resources."</p>
<p>Sheikh Qassem also stressed Hezbollah's ongoing commitment to
confronting the aggression, underlining that if "Israel" seeks to halt
it, the party will accept a ceasefire on terms it finds suitable, adding
that any resolution will only be through indirect negotiations.</p>
<p>Any negotiations must begin with a ceasefire, he made clear.</p>
<h2>We are inflicting pain on the enemy</h2>
<p>In this regard, the Secretary-General of Hezbollah highlighted that the <a href="https://english.almayadeen.net/news/politics/hezbollah-ops--room-dissects-latest-operations-against-israe">Islamic Resistance's Operations Room</a> has documented Israeli losses, "and these are only on the forward front."</p>
<p>He said that the occupation has acknowledged its inadequacy against
Hezbollah's rockets and drones, which strike according to a calculated
field plan.</p>
<p>While Hezbollah targets Israeli military bases and soldiers, "Israel"
targets people and infrastructure "to cause us suffering," Sheikh
Qassem indicated, explaining the Resistance fights honorably, in
contrast to "Israel".</p>
<p>He affirmed that the Resistance deals blows to the enemy, as demonstrated by the targeting of the <a href="https://english.almayadeen.net/news/politics/three-dead--dozens-injured-in-hezbollah-drone-attack-on-iof">Golani base in Binyamina</a>, as well as attacks on Haifa, Akka, and other areas.</p>
<p>"Israel" should understand that "its bombing of our villages and
towns will not force us to retreat," Sheikh Qassem underlined, pointing
out that Hezbollah was able to target Israeli Prime Minister <a href="https://english.almayadeen.net/news/politics/netanyahu-residence-severely-damaged-in-hezbollah-drone-stri">Benjamin Netanyahu's residence</a> with a drone.</p>
<p>"Netanyahu survived this time... perhaps his time has not yet come," he added.</p>
<p>He also addressed the Israeli occupation with a warning, saying, "You
will undoubtedly be defeated because the land is ours and our people
stand united behind us."</p>
<p>"Withdraw from our land to minimize your losses; otherwise, you will pay an unprecedented price," he added.</p>
<p>Addressing the US ambassador in Lebanon, Sheikh Qassem said, "You,
nor those with you, will see the defeat of the Resistance—not even in
your dreams."</p>
<p>To those counting on a "post-war" phase, he said, "You will be forced
to curse Washington and its allies for lying to you," stressing that
the occupation "cannot rely on time, given its significant losses, and
will be compelled to end its aggression."</p>
<h2>Hurting the enemy requires patience, resilience</h2>
<p>Addressing displaced Lebanese due to the Israeli aggression, the
Secretary-General of Hezbollah clarified that "this battle demands this
level of sacrifice," adding, "We are in a phase of inflicting pain on
the enemy," which also necessitates resilience and patience.</p>
<p>Sheikh Qassem assured the displaced that the Resistance cannot
achieve victory without their sacrifices, as Hezbollah "is strong in its
resistance due to the blessing of its fighters and strong politically
at home thanks to them."</p>
<p>He also highlighted that "others are amazed by their [the
displaced's] patience," promising them that "we will rebuild together"
and affirming that the Resistance "will be victorious now, just as it
was in July… and our strength will only continue to rise."</p>
<h2>We are capable of derailing 'Israel’s' plan through resistance</h2>
<p>The Secretary-General of Hezbollah pointed out that "some believe
Israel was provoked," noting that the occupation entity "needs no
pretext for launching its aggression; history bears witness to this."</p>
<p>He explained that supporting Gaza "was imperative to counter Israel's
threat to the entire region, beginning with Gaza, and to uphold the
rights of Gaza’s people, whom everyone should support."</p>
<p>He recalled that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu himself
stated at the start of his aggression on Lebanon that "this is for the
new Middle East," adding that the Resistance "has thwarted a series of
surprises."</p>
<p>Sheikh Qassem revealed that serious discussions have taken place
between the occupation and the United States regarding "striking
Hezbollah," shortly after Operation Al-Aqsa Flood.</p>
<p>The Lebanese leader also clarified that Hezbollah is confronting a
major project led by "Israel", the United States, and the West, in Gaza,
Lebanon, and the region," asserting that this war "involves all the
world's capabilities aimed at eliminating the Resistance."</p>
<p>He described the war as "a global Zionist-American-European campaign,
intended to eliminate the Resistance in the region," warning that these
powers "want to subjugate us to control our future."</p>
<p>However, Hezbollah's Secretary-General underlined that this future
will be shaped by a "legendary epic of pride," as the Resistance in both
Gaza and Lebanon endures with unprecedented resilience.</p>
<p>Sheikh Qassem underscored that "through resistance, we disrupt the
Israeli project, but by waiting we lose everything," adding: "We are
capable of doing so."</p>
<h2>Hezbollah founded to confront the occupation, liberate our land</h2>
<p>In this context, Sheikh Qassem reminded that Hezbollah's Resistance
was founded to confront the occupation and its expansionist intentions,
and to liberate the land, pointing out that "it was the Resistance, not
international resolutions, that forced Israel out of Lebanon."</p>
<p>Sheikh Qassem also reaffirmed that Hezbollah "does not fight on
behalf of anyone, but rather to protect Lebanon, liberate our land, and
support Gaza," stressing that "no one dictates our actions or binds us
to anything."</p>
<p>Regarding the Islamic Republic of Iran, he affirmed that it "supports us in our project and seeks nothing from us."</p>
<p>Iran "does not fight with us, but supports our project without
expecting anything in return," he stressed, expressing gratitude to the
supporting fronts in Yemen and Iraq, and welcoming any Arab, Islamic, or
international support.</p>
<p>The Secretary-General of Hezbollah also said that Iran "is well aware
of the cost of its support for the Resistance," acknowledging that it
"provided the Resistance, through martyr Qassem Soleimani, with
unparalleled assistance."</p>
<p>Sheikh Qassem paid tribute to the founder of the Islamic Revolution,
Imam Khomeini, who "initiated the project of removing Israel for the
sake of the rightful owners of the land," noting that the Leader of the
Revolution, Sayyed Ali Khamenei, followed in the same path with courage
offering all the necessary support.</p>
<h2>On his election as Secretary General</h2>
<p>On his <a href="https://english.almayadeen.net/news/politics/hezbollah-announces-sheikh-naim-qassem-as-secretary-general">election as Secretary-General</a>,
Sheikh Qassem extended his gratitude to the Hezbollah leadership and
its Shura Council for entrusting him with "this heavy burden," viewing
it as "a sign of trust."</p>
<p>He emphasized that this responsibility "is the legacy of martyr
Sayyed Abbas al-Moussawi, who told us that the fundamental commandment
is to safeguard the Resistance and martyr Sayyid Nasrallah."</p>
<p>Recalling Sayyed Nasrallah's words upon the martyrdom of Sayyed
al-Moussawi, Sheikh Qassem said, "By killing our Secretary-General, they
aimed to defeat our spirit of resistance and crush our will for jihad,
but his blood will continue to pulse within us."</p>
<h2>We are victorious</h2>
<p>Addressing the martyr Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah, Sheikh Qassem
expressed admiration for his 32-year legacy of instilling faith,
allegiance, and resistance, saying, "You were and will remain the banner
of the victorious Resistance, beloved of the fighters, a reservoir of
hope, a herald of victory, and a beloved icon for those yearning for a
life of dignity."</p>
<p>He also recalled the Executive Council Chairman of Hezbollah, martyr <a href="https://english.almayadeen.net/news/politics/hezbollah-announces-martyrdom-of-sayyed-hashem-safieddine">Sayyed Hashem Safieddine</a>, affirming that he was "one of Sayyed Nasrallah’s most trusted associates" and adding, "We have lost him, but he has won."</p>
<p>Sheikh Qassem also recalled the head of Hamas' political bureau, <a href="https://english.almayadeen.net/news/politics/hamas-announces-yahya-al-sinwar-new-politburo-chief">martyr Yahya Sinwar</a>,
noting that he was "firm, courageous, faithful, principled, dignified,
and free—a symbol of heroism and resistance for Palestine and the free
people of the world," who was martyred on the battlefield after
confronting the occupation "until the last breath."</p>
<p>Concluding his first speech as Hezbollah's Secretary-General, Sheikh
Qassem addressed the Resistance fighters, echoing the words of martyr
Sayyed Nasrallah, "As our leader said, the era of defeats has long gone,
and the era of victories has come. We are victorious. Be patient."</p>
<p><strong>Read more: <a href="https://english.almayadeen.net/news/politics/palestinian-resistance-factions-congratulate-sheikh-qassem-o">Palestinian Resistance factions congratulate Sheikh Qassem on election</a></strong></p></div></div></div>
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