'We have been at war since October 8,' says Nasrallah

MENA

Published: 2023-11-03 16:01

Last Updated: 2024-07-01 16:45


'We have been at war since October 8,' says Nasrallah
'We have been at war since October 8,' says Nasrallah

Hassan Nasrallah, the leader of Hezbollah stressed Friday that they have been at war since October 8. This came as he delivered a speech addressing various aspects of the war in Gaza.

He began the speech by offering condolences to the martyrs of Operation Aqsa Typhoon, expressing sorrow for their loss. Nasrallah emphasized that the scope of the operation extends beyond Gaza, reaching into Lebanon and other regions, characterizing it as a battle against "Zionist invaders."

He asserted that their true strength is rooted in faith and unwavering commitment to the Palestinian cause.

Nasrallah remarked that words fall short in capturing the resilience and determination of the Palestinian people.

Nasrallah also expressed gratitude towards Iraqi and Yemeni forces for their involvement in the battles of Operation Aqsa Typhoon.

"We thank the Iraqi and Yemeni forces who have entered the heart of the Battle of the Aqsa Typhoon."

He said that there are thousands of Palestinian prisoners in the Israeli Occupation's prisons "without anyone lifting a finger."

"All the violations against the Palestinians have driven them to carry out the Operation Aqsa Typhoon," he stressed, adding that there are numerous risks threatening the West Bank due to new settlement projects.

Nasrallah maintained that the success of Operation Aqsa Typhoon by Hamas, coupled with its clandestine execution within the axis of resistance, did not perturb them. He attributed the operation's success to meticulous planning and the element of surprise.

"The success of the Operation Aqsa Typhoon by Hamas and keeping it hidden from the axis of resistance did not bother us."

Operation Aqsa Typhoon was characterized as an exclusively Palestinian endeavor, detached from any regional affiliations or concerns, according to Nasrallah.

"Everyone must understand that the real decision-makers are the leaders of the resistance and the advocates of the cause."

The operation, Nasrallah noted, has prompted significant shifts in security, military, psychological, and moral dimensions within the occupying entity. He pointed out that it has laid bare the fragility of the occupation's hold.

-- Operation Aqsa Typhoon proved the weakness of the occupation entity --

"Operation Aqsa Typhoon caused a seismic shift in the security, military, psychological and moral aspects of the occupation entity," he said, adding: "Operation Aqsa Typhoon proved that the occupation entity is weaker than a spider's web."

Regarding international response, Nasrallah stated that America swiftly rallied to support the 'shaken entity' following Operation Aqsa Typhoon, supplying weapons and funds from the outset.

-- Over 260 'Israeli soldiers' injured in battles in Gaza --

The timing of Operation Aqsa Typhoon was calculated, leaving the occupation entity in a state of confusion, Nasrallah stressed.

He highlighted that it was the occupation soldiers who perpetrated the massacres in the settlements on the day of the operation.

Nasrallah shared that the Israeli Occupation army has acknowledged over 260 soldiers were injured in battles in Gaza.

-- America must be held accountable --

"America is fully responsible for the war in Gaza," he said, adding: "America must be held accountable for its crimes and massacres against people."

"America is preventing a ceasefire in Gaza," he noted.

Nasrallah said: "The end of the battle will be a victory for Gaza."

He emphasized that the martyrs of Gaza expose and dismantle false narratives that divert people towards normalization.

Nasrallah underscored that what is happening in Gaza represents a pivotal and historic turning point. The triumph of Gaza signifies the victory of the Palestinian people, serving the national interest of Lebanon and all countries in the region.

"The victory of Gaza means the victory of the Palestinian people, and it is in the national interest of Lebanon and all the countries in the region."

He emphasized that the objectives of the war are to halt aggression, secure victory for the resistance, and ensure the success of Hamas in Gaza.  

-- All possibilities on our Lebanese front are open --

He stated that the Lebanese front has forced tens of thousands of residents of border settlements to evacuate, resulting in the evacuation of 43 settlements in northern occupied Palestine due to the operations.

He affirmed that the operations on the border have created a state of anxiety and fear among the enemy's leadership, and even in Washington. There is concern that this front could escalate into a comprehensive war, and the enemy is taking this into serious consideration.

He stated that their operations on the border with Palestine target the vehicles, soldiers, and equipment of the occupation.

Nasrallah mentioned that there were 57 martyrs, including members of brigades, in addition to the martyrs of Al-Qassam and Al-Quds Brigades in Lebanon.

Nasrallah said that from the very first day of Operation Aqsa Typhoon, "we were told that American fleets would bombard us."

"All possibilities on our Lebanese front are open," he stressed.