Hezbollah leader says Israel failed militarily, vows continued resistance, rejects concessions, and warns invading forces will face destruction.
Key Takeaways
- Qassem says Israel failed to achieve ground objectives despite mobilizing 100,000 troops.
- Resistance will continue without pause and rejects any return to previous political conditions.
- Israeli attacks on civilians escalate across Lebanon as cross-border operations intensify.
Ground Offensive ‘Failed’
The Secretary-General of Hezbollah, Sheikh Naim Qassem, said that Israel failed to achieve its military objectives on the ground and was unable to carry out the invasion it had repeatedly announced.
In a message to the Lebanese people, Qassem said Israeli forces were unable to confront resistance fighters and failed to advance, with many soldiers and officers killed in ambushes and military vehicles destroyed near towns and villages.
He stated that Israel repeatedly changed its objectives, at times seeking to reach the Litani River, at others pursuing limited advances, and at other stages relying on firepower and destruction.
Rockets, Drones Continue to Strike
Qassem said Israel failed throughout more than 40 days of fighting to prevent rockets, shells, and drones from reaching its settlements, both near and far, including Haifa and beyond.
He said Israeli forces were surprised by the resistance’s methods, mobility, and defensive capabilities.
He stated that mobilizing 100,000 soldiers will not enable Israel to occupy territory, but will instead turn them into “bodies and scattered remains,” adding that those remaining in the field are living in fear and uncertainty over whether they will be killed, captured, or forced to withdraw.
‘No Return’
Qassem said Hezbollah will not accept a return to the previous situation and called on Lebanese officials to stop what he described as “free concessions.”
He said resistance operations will continue “until the last breath,” adding that the participation of young fighters in the battlefield reflects “hope and dignity.”
He stated that sacrifices increase adherence to the goals of liberating the land and preserving dignity, emphasizing that Lebanon will be protected through the integration of the state, the army, the people, and the resistance to restore sovereignty and expel occupation forces.
Israeli Massacres
Qassem said Israel carried out attacks targeting civilians across Beirut, the southern suburbs, southern Lebanon, the Bekaa Valley, and Mount Lebanon.
He said these attacks came as Israel resorted to intensified strikes against civilians across multiple regions.
He extended condolences to Lebanese civilians and fighters killed in the attacks, including men, women, children, and resistance fighters, stating that their deaths remain part of the ongoing confrontation.
He said displaced Lebanese demonstrated resilience, while host communities showed solidarity and collective responsibility.
Ongoing Confrontation
Qassem said Israel has accumulated failure over more than 40 days, while its settlements are gripped by fear and confusion.
He said Israeli officials continue to issue threats with what he described as high tone but limited effect.
He stated that resistance fighters on the frontlines form a barrier that has broken Israeli plans and ambitions.
‘Threats Will Not Deter Us’
Qassem said Israeli threats and weapons “will not frighten us,” stating that those defending Lebanon possess faith, determination, and the ability to prevent Israel from achieving its objectives.
He said the resistance will continue without pause and reaffirmed that Lebanon will be defended through unity between the state, army, people, and resistance.
He concluded that resistance operations will continue and that Israel will not achieve its objectives.
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(Al Mayadeen, PC, Military Media, Telegram)
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