▪️ Hezbollah’s Shura Council has named the current phase “We Remain True to the Pledge”: a continuation of the same path and principles despite the loss of the leadership.
▪️ The resistance will continue until Israel withdraws from Lebanese territory and the occupied land is fully liberated.
▪️ Qassem: The resistance prevented Israel from achieving its objectives, establishing a permanent occupation, or creating settlements in Lebanon.
▪️ Palestine will remain the compass, and supporting it remains a fundamental part of the party’s approach.
▪️ On the issue of the state’s monopoly over weapons: We are ready for dialogue, but the priority is the liberation of the south and the return of its residents. After that, an internal Lebanese understanding can be reached.
▪️ Sharp criticism of the Lebanese authorities: Direct negotiations with Israel have produced no results. Lebanon should return to indirect negotiations and adopt a stronger position in defending its rights.
▪️ Qassem: The Lebanese Army is a national institution and must not be turned into a tool in the internal dispute over the weapons of the resistance.
▪️ Hezbollah will continue contributing to housing assistance, repairs, and reconstruction, with a new project to support those affected expected to be announced soon.
▪️ Criticism of the government over the economy, electricity, rising cost of living, depositors’ funds, and public services.
▪️ Renewed support for Palestine, Iran, and Yemen, while stressing that shifts in international public opinion toward Israel are becoming an increasing source of pressure.
Summary:
The central message of the speech: no retreat from the resistance, and no final discussion on its weapons before the issues of occupation and Lebanese sovereignty are addressed, alongside increased pressure on the state to assume its political and economic responsibilities.