Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah was killed in an Israeli air attack, confirmed by the Lebanon-based group after the Israeli army claimed responsibility. Nasrallah, once seen as a hero for standing up to Israel, lost support when Hezbollah got involved in the Syrian conflict. Despite allegations of involvement in the 2005 assassination of Lebanon’s Prime Minister, Nasrallah maintained support from Shia Muslims. Nasrallah, who founded Hezbollah in the 1980s with Iranian support, was known for his charisma and powerful speeches. Criticized for using weapons against domestic opponents, Nasrallah faced challenges, including clashes with protesters in Lebanon in 2019. Hezbollah, under Nasrallah’s leadership, has faced losses in conflicts with Israel but remains organized and determined. With Nasrallah’s death, Hezbollah will need to choose a new leader and decide on the group’s direction. The impact of this decision will be felt not only within Hezbollah but also across Lebanon and the region.
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