After Nasrallah's Killing: Hezbollah's Struggle Against Israeli Infiltration

Following the assassination of Hezbollah leader Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah by Israeli forces, the Shi'ite paramilitary group faces significant challenges in addressing the infiltration within its ranks. The incident has impacted Hezbollah's leadership and military command. The group's stronghold and weapon supplies have been severely affected, raising questions about its future capabilities.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 29-09-2024 03:04 IST | Created: 29-09-2024 03:04 IST
After Nasrallah's Killing: Hezbollah's Struggle Against Israeli Infiltration
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In the wake of Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah's killing, Hezbollah faces immense challenges in addressing the infiltration that allowed Israeli forces to strike its key sites, disrupt communications, and assassinate its leaders. Nasrallah's assassination underscores a significant intelligence failure within Hezbollah, raising questions about its future operations and leadership.

Intel insiders revealed Israel's long-term focus on Hezbollah, claiming the ability to strike Nasrallah at will. The decision was made by Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu and key ministers while in New York for the U.N. General Assembly. This successful operation has extensive implications for Hezbollah, already shaken by prior attacks and loss of leaders.

Hezbollah's arsenal and supply routes, heavily supported by Iran, have faced persistent Israeli attacks. The group's response and future strategies remain uncertain amid heightened tensions, with significant damage already reported to its missile capacity and command structure. Iran's willingness to supply more arms, without direct confrontation, adds another layer to the complex geopolitical landscape.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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