Beirut, Lebanon – Hezbollah Deputy Secretary-General Naim Qassem has warned that any Israeli project aimed at ending the existence of Hezbollah will not be limited to targeting the organization alone. Qassem emphasized that the repercussions of such plans could extend to include wide segments of the Lebanese people, threatening general stability in the country.
Dimensions of the Confrontation and Risks of Escalation
In statements reported by media outlets affiliated with the party, Qassem explained that talk of “ending Hezbollah” represents an attempt to forcefully reshape the Lebanese reality. He stressed that such trends could lead to dangerous consequences that would directly reflect on the Lebanese social fabric, which is a fundamental pillar of the state’s stability.
Qassem confirmed that the confrontation with Israel is not confined to a single political or military party. Rather, the issue is closely linked to the future of Lebanon and its national sovereignty. Consequently, he warned that any wide-scale escalation would carry existential risks for the entire Lebanese interior.
Border Tension and Regional Concerns
These statements come in light of continued security tension on the Lebanese-Israeli border. The recent period has witnessed an exchange of shelling between the two sides, sparking international and regional fears of an expansion in the scope of military confrontations. The international community is monitoring the situation with caution, amidst continuous calls for restraint and to avoid sliding into a comprehensive regional conflict.
