Hezbollah Leader's Funeral Draws Massive Crowd, Sparks Renewed Tensions
Hundreds of thousands of people packed into a stadium in Beirut and nearby streets for the funeral of Hezbollah’s leader, nearly five months after he was killed in an Israeli airstrike. The massive turnout confirms that Hezbollah remains a powerful force in the Middle East despite suffering significant setbacks in its 14-month war with Israel. The funeral procession drew prominent officials from around the world, including Iranian parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf and Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi.
- This massive crowd underscores the enduring popularity of Hezbollah among Iran-backed factions and Palestinian groups in the region, raising questions about the long-term impact of Israeli military action on these alliances.
- How will the international community respond to the ongoing tensions between Israel and Hezbollah, particularly given the growing involvement of Western countries in regional conflicts?