“Lebanon’s defense capabilities cannot be dictated by anyone, ”says Hezbollah chief
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Hezbollah’s Secretary-General asserts that Lebanon’s resistance cannot be prevented, calling it essential for national defense.
In remarks highlighting Lebanon’s domestic and regional challenges, Hezbollah Secretary-General Naim Qassem emphasized on Tuesday that “no one can prevent the resistance in Lebanon,” asserting that its existence and operations are guaranteed under the Lebanese Constitution.
Speaking in a televised address, Qassem stressed that defending the homeland is non-negotiable, warning that international efforts to disarm the group will clash with a “firm national will” that views resistance as a cornerstone for protecting sovereignty.
Resistance and external pressure
Qassem delivered a firm message to international actors, declaring that “no one dictates to Lebanon regarding its defensive capabilities.” He categorically rejected calls to disarm the resistance, which he said serve the interests of 'Israel' and the United States.
He further warned that any attempt to weaken Lebanon militarily would be “an open invitation” to external aggression, underscoring that Hezbollah’s arsenal remains the guarantee against foreign intervention and repeated invasions.
