The death of Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah, charismatic leader of Lebanese Hezbollah, was confirmed this Saturday by several sources, marking a major turning point in the geopolitics of the Middle East.
According to reports by Reuters, Israel carried out a targeted airstrike in the southern suburbs of Beirut on Friday, specifically targeting the Hezbollah leader. The Israeli army said it succeeded in eliminating Nasrallah during this operation.
Hezbollah confirmed
In an official statement, Hezbollah confirmed the death of its long-time leader. The organization reaffirmed its determination to continue its struggle, declaring that it would continue “its fight against Israel in support of Gaza and Palestine, and in defense of Lebanon and its steadfast and honorable people.”
France confirms death of Hezbollah leader
France, through its Ministry of Foreign Affairs, also corroborated the information, claiming to have intelligence confirming Nasrallah’s death. Paris stressed that it was in close contact with the Lebanese authorities and its regional partners to prevent any potential escalation of violence.
Regional implications
The disappearance of Nasrallah, an emblematic figure of the resistance against Israel and pillar of Iranian influence in Lebanon, could have considerable repercussions on the balance of power in the region. Hezbollah, under his leadership since 1992, has established itself as a key player in Lebanese politics and a key element of the “axis of resistance” supported by Iran.
Calls for restraint
Faced with these developments, the international community, including France, calls for caution and the protection of civilians. The French Ministry of Foreign Affairs particularly insisted on the need to guarantee “the security and protection of civilians, including that of French people in the region”.
The coming days will be crucial to assess the response of the Shiite movement and the possible chain reactions in this already tense geopolitical environment.
