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Hezbollah Elects Naim Qassem as New Leader Following Nasrallah's Death

Hezbollah selects Naim Qassem as secretary-general after Hassan Nasrallah's assassination, vowing to uphold the group's legacy amid escalating tensions with Israel.

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Updated: Oct 29th, 2024, 12:25 PM ET

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Hezbollah has appointed Naim Qassem as its new secretary-general after the assassination of Hassan Nasrallah by Israeli forces. The election follows a wave of Israeli airstrikes that have severely impacted Hezbollah's leadership and operations. Qassem promises to continue Nasrallah's principles while addressing the challenges the group faces. Israeli military actions against Hezbollah have intensified post-assassination, resulting in significant casualties and displacement in Lebanon, and escalating fears of broader conflict in the region.

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