The Secretary-General of "Hezbollah," Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah, announced that "when Ahmad Qassir stormed the Israeli military governor's headquarters in Tyre and the operation led to an unprecedented magnitude of losses, it shocked the enemy. It was not only the building of the Israeli military governor that collapsed on 11-11, but all the Israeli plans, hopes, and dreams of integrating Lebanon into the Israeli era forever. The significance of this incredible operation laid the foundation, as I said, for the first liberation, especially in its initial phase."
He added during the ceremony held by "Hezbollah" on the occasion of "Martyrs’ Day" at the Sayyid al-Shuhada complex in the southern suburbs: "After that, the enemy began to reassess and consider planning for withdrawal. Every year, we would say this operation is the largest in the history of the Arab-Israeli conflict and we pray that there will be a more significant and greater operation. This is what we hope for and look forward to, whether by the hands of the Palestinians, Lebanese, or any resisters on the front of resistance against this usurping and occupying entity."
He stated: "This day and this great and important occasion was chosen by Hezbollah to honor its martyr, just as many who respect their martyrs do, commemorating a day for them. Martyrs’ Day represents all martyrs, not a specific type; it is a day for the martyrs who are leaders, scholars, and self-sacrificing. We know the value of martyrdom and the significance of these martyrs. This knowledge is crucial, especially as we attribute to them our victories, strength, dignity, and honor in Lebanon, which was invaded by the Israeli enemy in 1982. They killed and captured, destroyed, humiliated, and plundered, seeking to swallow this nation. Where is Lebanon today? And where is the Zionist enemy in relation to Lebanon? We say that after God Almighty, it is by the blessing of these martyrs that we are here."
Nasrallah emphasized the importance of remembering and honoring the "disappeared martyrs" who remain missing, some still in the custody of the Israeli enemy. He stated: "We will continue to work day and night to recover the bodies of our martyrs and determine the fate of our brothers, whether they are missing or martyrs. Our martyrs come from every region and from all backgrounds, regardless of age or gender."
He highlighted how the enemy was surprised by the resilience and bravery of the youth, especially spontaneously rising to resistance against them in Palestine. He mentioned that many of the martyrs in recent years were young individuals who are the sons and grandchildren of previous generations of martyrs.
Regarding the upcoming presidential elections in Israel, Nasrallah commented that regardless of the political formation, all governments have been criminal, occupying, and devoid of moral values. He stated that, whether right or left, their view on Lebanon is the same: they are all threats. He regards the current political situation in Lebanon’s cabinet as fortified by the equation of the army, the people, and the resistance.
Nasrallah concluded his address by stating the importance of the next Lebanese president, emphasizing the need for a leader who prioritizes national interests and does not betray the resistance. He reiterated: "We want a president who is not afraid to stand up for Lebanon, who cannot be bought or sold, starting from this premise as we discuss other qualifications."
He wrapped up with a call for open dialogue amongst Lebanese factions to find a suitable leader who can secure Lebanon’s strength and stability for the coming years.
